Haematocele (Noun)
Meaning
Swelling caused by blood collecting in a body cavity (especially a swelling of the membrane covering the testis).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- A haematocele had developed around his testis, requiring immediate medical attention after the severe injury.
- The ultrasound revealed a large haematocele that had accumulated blood, pressing against surrounding tissues.
- In severe cases, the blood from the haematocele may seep into other parts of the scrotum.
- Haematocele caused the testicle to become disfigured, taking several months to heal after surgical drainage.
- Trauma-induced haematocele put him out of commission for the remainder of the athletic season.