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eschar Definition

es·char (es′kär′, -kər)

noun

a dry scab that forms as a result of a burn or of corrosive action

Etymology: altered (after L) < ME escare < OFr < LL eschara: see scar

eschar Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • dry: Wound covered by dry eschar: in that case simply protecting the wound until the eschar dries and separates may be the best management.
  • intact: An intact eschar may require significantly different treatment to a wet, sloughy cavity.
  • hard: Gels have a high water content, which aids the rehydration of hard eschar and promotes autolysis in necrotic wounds.

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