Craterization
Craterization
Craterization (pronounced: /kreɪtəraɪˈzeɪʃən/) is a medical term used to describe the formation of a crater-like structure in a tissue or organ, often as a result of disease or injury.
Etymology
The term "craterization" is derived from the Latin word "crater," meaning a bowl or basin, and the suffix "-ization," which denotes the action or process of making or doing something. Thus, "craterization" refers to the process of forming a bowl or basin-like structure.
Related Terms
- Crater: A bowl or basin-like depression or cavity in a tissue or organ.
- Ulcer: A type of open sore that can occur on the skin or mucous membranes and is often associated with craterization.
- Necrosis: The death of cells or tissues from severe injury or disease, often leading to craterization.
- Granulation tissue: New connective tissue and tiny blood vessels that form on the surfaces of a wound during the healing process.
- Fibrosis: The thickening and scarring of connective tissue, usually as a result of injury.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Craterization
- Wikipedia's article - Craterization
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