necrosis

necrosis definition - medical

ne·cro·sis (nə-krōˈsĭs)

noun pl. ne·cro·ses (-sēzˌ)
Death of cells or tissues through injury or disease, especially in a localized area of the body.

Related Forms:

  • ne·crotˈic (-krŏtˈĭk) adjective

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