1. A supplementary or supporting procedure used in addition to a main process or primary procedure
The auxiliary procedure helped to verify the initial diagnosis.
O procedimento auxiliar ajudou a verificar o diagnóstico inicial.
2. In medical or technical contexts, a secondary method or process that supports the primary treatment or operation
An auxiliary procedure was performed to ensure the success of the main surgery.
Um procedimento auxiliar foi realizado para garantir o sucesso da cirurgia principal.