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Necrosis: meaning, definitions and examples

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necrosis

 

[ nɪˈkroʊsɪs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Necrosis refers to the death of body tissue. It can occur due to various factors, including lack of blood flow, infection, or exposure to toxins. This process can lead to the decay of tissues, which may require medical intervention. The affected tissues can become black or discolored and may produce a foul odor. Treatment often involves surgical removal of the necrotic tissue to prevent further health complications.

Synonyms

cell death, gangrene, tissue death

Examples of usage

  • The patient was diagnosed with necrosis in her leg.
  • After the injury, necrosis set in quickly.
  • The doctor explained that necrosis can lead to serious complications.
  • Medications may help prevent necrosis in certain cases.

Translations

Translations of the word "necrosis" in other languages:

🇵🇹 necrose

🇮🇳 नेक्रोसिस

🇩🇪 Nekrose

🇮🇩 nekrosis

🇺🇦 некроз

🇵🇱 nekroza

🇯🇵 壊死

🇫🇷 nécrose

🇪🇸 necrosis

🇹🇷 nekroz

🇰🇷 괴사

🇸🇦 تنخر

🇨🇿 nekrosa

🇸🇰 nekróza

🇨🇳 坏死

🇸🇮 nekroza

🇮🇸 nekrosa

🇰🇿 некроз

🇬🇪 ნეკროზი

🇦🇿 nekroz

🇲🇽 necrosis

Etymology

The term 'necrosis' comes from the Greek word 'nekrosis', which means 'death'. The root 'nekro-' stems from 'nekros', meaning 'dead body' or 'corpse'. In medical terminology, it has been used since the early 19th century to describe the pathological death of tissue in the body. Understanding necrosis is crucial in comprehending how the body responds to injury, infection, and disease. Over time, advances in medical science have allowed for better diagnosis and treatment of conditions associated with necrosis, as its implications can range from localized tissue damage to systemic health concerns.

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