Myonecrosis (Noun)
Meaning
Localized death of muscle cell fibers.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The patient's MRI scan revealed extensive myonecrosis in his left calf due to a traumatic injury.
- The wound care nurse debrided the necrotic tissue, attempting to salvage as much healthy muscle as possible to minimize the myonecrosis.
- The diagnosis of gas gangrene was made based on the presence of crepitus, severe pain, and myonecrosis in the affected limb.
- The effects of compartment syndrome on the muscle tissue led to severe myonecrosis, resulting in permanent damage and limited mobility.
- The post-operative report indicated that the myonecrosis had spread beyond the initial incision site, necessitating further surgical intervention.