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Angiogenesis: The complex process in which the growth of normal, stable, and functional vessels is critically dependent on the coordinated interplay in space and time of different cell types and growt...

Collateral circulation: A collateral blood vessel circuit that may be adapted or remodeled to minimize the use of occluded arteries. Collateralization may offset some of the physiological signs of per...

By the WoundSource Editors Cellulitis: A common bacterial skin infection that appears as a swollen, red area of skin that feels hot and tender; also known as lymphangitis. Treatment should begin pr...

by the WoundSource Editors Epidermis: the outer layer of the skin, which is the protective layer against the outside elements. Epithelialization: the growth of the epidermis over a wound during ...

Ostomate: A person who has an ostomy. Barrier product: Cream, spray, wipe, or other product used to seal the skin and protect it from breakdown caused by moisture or incontinence. Laparotomy: A ...

Adherence: Adherence is a term used to replace "compliance" in reference to a patient following clinician orders for wound care. Compliance implies that the patient should passively comply with the he...

Absorbent briefs: Briefs used to absorb urine and stool and to help prevent moisture-associated skin damage in patients with incontinence issues. Briefs with high breathability and wicking help to mai...

Arteriography: Also called angiography, this technique is the medical imaging of blood vessels to look for aneurysm and stenosis. Hemosiderin staining: Hemosiderin staining results in a red, ruddy...

Anoxia: A condition marked by the absence of oxygen reaching the tissues. It differs from hypoxia, in which there is a decrease in the oxygen levels to tissue. Biocide tolerance: Demonstrating a to...