Stab

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Stab (Medicine)

Stab (pronounced: /stæb/) is a term used in the medical field to describe a type of injury caused by a sharp, pointed object that penetrates the skin and underlying tissues.

Etymology

The term "stab" originates from the Old English word "stybb", which means to pierce or puncture.

Related Terms

  • Puncture Wound: A type of injury that occurs when a sharp object pierces the skin.
  • Laceration: A deep cut or tear in the skin or flesh.
  • Incision: A surgical cut made in skin or flesh.
  • Penetrating Trauma: An injury that occurs when an object pierces the skin and enters a tissue of the body, creating an open wound.
  • Impalement: An injury caused by an object that penetrates the body, usually with great force.

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