Necrosis

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Necrosis)

Necrosis is a form of cell injury that 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 that result in the unregulated digestion of cell components. (Wikipedia)

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This term is used for the following terms: 
Gangrene

Approved Date
29-May-2013

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