A procedure performed with an instrument that freezes and destroys abnormal tissues (including seborrheic keratoses, basal cell carcinomas, and squamous cell carcinomas) is

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The procedure described involves freezing and destroying abnormal tissues, which is exactly what cryosurgery does. Choice B, electrodesiccation, involves the use of an electric current to destroy tissues, and is not specifically for freezing. Phacoemulsification (choice C) is a surgical procedure for removing cataracts in the eyes. Photocautery (choice D) uses light energy to destroy tissues, but not through freezing.

A Procedure Performed with an Instrument That Freezes and Destroys