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necrosis
[nuh-kroh-sis, ne-]
noun
death of a circumscribed portion of animal or plant tissue.
necrosis
/ nɛˈkrəʊsɪs, nɛˈkrɒtɪk /
noun
the death of one or more cells in the body, usually within a localized area, as from an interruption of the blood supply to that part
death of plant tissue due to disease, frost, etc
necrosis
The death of cells or tissues from severe injury or disease, especially in a localized area of the body. Causes of necrosis include inadequate blood supply (as in infarcted tissue), bacterial infection, traumatic injury, and hyperthermia.
Other 51Թ Forms
- necrotic adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of necrosis1
Example Sentences
The BBC has heard testimony from nearly 40 women who reported serious complications, including sepsis and necrosis, after undergoing procedures by Mr Sawyer.
The opposite occurred, though, with necrosis setting in.
Each of them, she says, had a BBL and suffered complications such as sepsis, necrosis and disfigurement.
Permanent fillers like silicone or paraffin have been used but are not recommended, as they have been associated with long-term complications like necrosis and deformities.
A report by the Coroner would find that Mr Cull had died as a result of complications caused by a bowel obstruction and necrosis.
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Related 51Թs
- decease
- demise
- dying
- expiration
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- passing
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