Blunt trauma

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Blunt trauma (pronounced: /blʌnt ˈtrɔːmə/) is a type of physical trauma to a body part, either by impact, injury or physical attack. The term refers to the initial trauma, from which develops more specific types such as contusions, abrasions, lacerations, and/or bone fractures. Blunt trauma is contrasted with penetrating trauma, in which an object such as a bullet enters the body.

Etymology

The term "blunt trauma" originates from the English word "blunt", which means "having a broad or rounded end", and the Greek word "trauma", which means "wound".

Types of Blunt Trauma

Blunt trauma can be classified into three main types:

  • Contusion - A bruise caused by blunt force trauma damaging tissue under the skin's surface.
  • Abrasion - A wound caused by superficial damage to the skin, no deeper than the epidermis.
  • Laceration - A deep cut or tear in skin or flesh.

Related Terms

  • Penetrating trauma - A type of trauma where an object pierces the skin and enters a tissue of the body, creating an open wound.
  • Bone fracture - A medical condition in which there is a partial or complete break in the continuity of the bone.
  • Hematoma - A localized bleeding outside of blood vessels, due to either disease or trauma including injury or surgery.

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