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cicatrization |
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cicatrization /cic·a·tri·za·tion/ (sik?ah-tri-za´shun) the formation of a cicatrix or scar.
cicatrization (sik n the conversion of granulation tissue into scar tissue. cicatrization the formation of a cicatrix or scar; scarring. Surgical cicatrization, performed by injection of a strongly irritating substance such as iodine, is used in horses to tighten the patellar ligaments in the treatment for patellar luxation. |
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The omission of body painting and cicatrization is curious. 1) In traumatic neuromas, the proximal ends acquire a cap of fibroblasts that proceed to cicatrization. Circumferential cicatrization may lead to stunted limb growth. |
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