The Term Gangrene Literally Means

question 20

Multiple Choice

The term gangrene literally means:

• A) deficient blood.
• B) eating sore.
• C) frozen tissue.
• D) production of pus.

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Definitions:

Dactyl/o

A prefix relating to the digits of the hands or feet (fingers or toes).

Hydro-

A prefix indicating a relation to water.

Myorrhaphy

A surgical procedure involving the suturing of a muscle, often after an injury to facilitate healing.

Myomalacia

The softening of muscle tissue, often due to disease, injury, or lack of blood supply.