laceración

🧠 What does laceración mean?

In Spanish, 'laceración' refers to a wound where the skin or other tissue is torn or cut roughly. Think of it as a deep cut or tear, often with jagged edges, as opposed to a clean incision. It can result from accidents, trauma, or even surgery (though surgeons aim for precise incisions, not lacerations). In a medical context, it's important to distinguish between a 'laceración' and other types of wounds like abrasions or punctures.

📚 Extra examples

• El doctor limpió la laceración cuidadosamente.
  The doctor carefully cleaned the laceration.
• Sufrió una laceración profunda en la pierna durante el accidente.
  He suffered a deep laceration in his leg during the accident.
• La enfermera suturó la laceración para evitar la infección.
  The nurse stitched up the laceration to prevent infection.

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🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "laceración"

Synonyms: herida, corte, desgarro

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