listerism

/ˈlɪstərɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

the practice or principle of Joseph Lister’s antiseptic methods in surgery, emphasizing the use of carbolic acid to prevent infection.

“The hospital implemented Listerism throughout its operating rooms to reduce post-operative infections.”

Synonyms

  • antiseptism
  • asepsis

Antonyms

  • infectionism