Debris

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Debris

Debris (/dɛˈbriː/, from French débris meaning 'remains') is a term used in the medical field to refer to dead, damaged, or unwanted material that is removed from wounds or cavities in the body.

Etymology

The term debris is derived from the French word débris, which means 'remains'. It was first used in English in the 18th century and has been used in the medical context since the 19th century.

Related Terms

  • Necrosis: This is a form of cell injury which results in the premature death of cells in living tissue. Necrosis is caused by factors external to the cell or tissue, such as infection, toxins, or trauma.
  • Inflammation: This is part of the complex biological response of body tissues to harmful stimuli, such as pathogens, damaged cells, or irritants.
  • Granulation tissue: This is new connective tissue and microscopic blood vessels that form on the surfaces of a wound during the healing process.
  • Exudate: This is a fluid emitted by an organism through pores or a wound, a process known as exuding.
  • Phagocytosis: This is the process by which a cell uses its plasma membrane to engulf a large particle, giving rise to an internal compartment called the phagosome.

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