ESCHAR

Eschar

An eschar is a slough or piece of dead tissue that is cast off from the surface of the skin, particularly after a burn injury, but also seen in gangrene, ulcer, fungal infections, necrotizing spider bite wounds, and exposure to cutaneous anthrax.

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eschar

Noun

  1. A dry, dark scab or scar, especially as a result of burning.


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