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ULCERA [1 record]

Record 1 2012-02-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • The Stomach
  • The Skin
DEF

A breach on the surface of the skin or on the surface of the membrane lining any cavity within the body, which does not tend to heal quickly.

OBS

The term "ulcer" was recommended by the Medical Signs and Symptoms Committee.

Key term(s)
  • ulcus

French

Domaine(s)
  • Estomac
  • Appareil cutané
DEF

Perte de substance au niveau d'une muqueuse, dont la tendance à la cicatrisation est généralement faible et l'évolution chronique.

OBS

Le terme «ulcère» a été privilégié par le Comité de sémiologie médicale.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Fisiología del estómago
  • Piel
DEF

Pérdida de continuidad en un tejido por causas locales [que] se manifiesta como una herida.

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