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Gangrene

Definition

(medical) A condition in which part of the body dies because it does not receive enough blood, often due to an injury or infection, and is characterized by decay and death of tissue.

Example Sentences

1The surgeon had to amputate the patient's leg due to advanced gangrene that had developed after the accident.
2Is gangrene a common complication of diabetes, or is it more often associated with other conditions?
3The doctor explained that the risk of gangrene was higher in people who smoked heavily or had poor circulation.
4Prompt medical attention is essential to prevent gangrene from spreading and causing further tissue damage.
5Historically, gangrene was a major cause of death among soldiers during wartime due to the lack of effective antibiotics and surgical techniques.

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