SEQUESTRUM

Noun

sequestrum (plural sequestrums or sequestra)

A fragment of bone or other dead tissue that has separated during necrosis

Source: Wiktionary


Se*ques"trum, n.; pl. Sequestra. Etym: [NL. See Sequester.] (Med.)

Definition: A portion of dead bone which becomes separated from the sound portion, as in necrosis.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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