Mumification Necrosis (Noun)
Meaning
(pathology) gangrene that develops in the presence of arterial obstruction and is characterized by dryness of the dead tissue and a dark brown color.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Mummification necrosis is a type of gangrene that occurs when there is a lack of blood flow to a specific area of the body.
- The pathologist's report indicated that the patient's toe had undergone mummification necrosis due to the blockage of the arterial blood supply.
- Mummification necrosis is often seen in cases of peripheral artery disease, where the arteries become narrowed and restrict blood flow to the extremities.
- The dry, dark brown appearance of the affected tissue is a hallmark of mummification necrosis, distinguishing it from other forms of gangrene.
- In cases of mummification necrosis, the dead tissue may become desiccated and shriveled, taking on a characteristic "mummified" appearance.