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Stab (Medicine)
Stab (pronounced: /stæb/) is a term used in the medical field to describe a type of injury caused by a sharp, pointed object that penetrates the skin and underlying tissues.
Etymology
The term "stab" originates from the Old English word "stybb", which means to pierce or puncture.
Related Terms
- Puncture Wound: A type of injury that occurs when a sharp object pierces the skin.
- Laceration: A deep cut or tear in the skin or flesh.
- Incision: A surgical cut made in skin or flesh.
- Penetrating Trauma: An injury that occurs when an object pierces the skin and enters a tissue of the body, creating an open wound.
- Impalement: An injury caused by an object that penetrates the body, usually with great force.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Stab
- Wikipedia's article - Stab
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