haematoma

haematoma.

See hematoma.

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haematoma

A swelling containing blood. It may result from injury (e.g. black eye) or from some blood disease, such as leukaemia. Note: also spelt hematoma.

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Patient discussion about haematoma.

Q. What is hematoma?

A. Hematoma is a localized collection of blood, usually clotted, in a tissue or organ. Hematomas can occur almost anywhere on the body. In minor injuries, the blood is absorbed unless infection develops. Contusions (bruises) and black eyes are familiar forms of hematoma. Less serious types include subungual hematoma (under a fingernail or toenail); hematoma auris (in the tissues of the outer ear, better known as cauliflower ear); and perianal hematoma (under the skin around the anus). For the rest of this article: http://www.healthscout.com/ency/68/677/main.html

This may help also:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hematoma

Hope this helps.