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autolysis /au·tol·y·sis/ (aw-tol´i-sis)
1. spontaneous disintegration of cells or tissues by autologous enzymes, as occurs after death and in some pathologic conditions.
2. destruction of cells of the body by its own serum.autolyt´ic
au·tol·y·sis (ô-tl-ss)
n.
1. The destruction of tissues or cells of an organism by the action of substances, such as enzymes, that are produced within the organism.
2. Self-destruction of tissues within the living body. Also called autodigestion.
3. The hemolytic action of blood serum or plasma upon its own cells. Also called autocytolysis.
auto·lytic (ôt-ltk) adj.
autolysis
the disintegration of cells or tissues by endogenous enzymes. See also postmortem decomposition.
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Autolytic debridement is an effective method accomplished by keeping the wound continually moist.
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Two chapters on debridement include chemical, autolytic, and sharp debridement as well as mechanical modalities such as hydrotherapy, including pulsatile lavage with suction.
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