Blunt
Blunt
Blunt (/blʌnt/) is a term often used in medical contexts to describe a type of injury or trauma. It is derived from the Middle English word "blont," which means dull or obtuse in terms of edge or point.
Definition
A blunt injury or trauma refers to physical damage to a body part, either by impact, injury or physical attack. The term "blunt" implies that the injury was caused by a forceful strike or hit without a penetrating object. This is in contrast to penetrating trauma, where an object pierces the skin and enters a tissue of the body, creating an open wound.
Related Terms
- Blunt Force Trauma: This is a specific type of physical trauma caused by a non-penetrating impact to the body. Examples include injuries from car accidents or falls.
- Contusion: Also known as a bruise, this is a type of blunt trauma where blood vessels are damaged, causing blood to seep into the surrounding tissue.
- Abrasion: This is a wound caused by superficial damage to the skin, and is another common result of blunt trauma.
- Laceration: Unlike an abrasion, a laceration is a deep cut or tear in the skin or flesh. While lacerations can be caused by blunt trauma, they are more commonly associated with sharp trauma.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Blunt
- Wikipedia's article - Blunt
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