penetrating injury

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Noun penetrating injury has 1 sense

penetrating trauma, penetrating injury - injury incurred when an object (as a knife or bullet or shrapnel) penetrates into the body
--₁ is a kind of injury, hurt, harm, trauma

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Term: Penetrating Injury

Description:

A penetrating injury refers to a type of wound that occurs when a foreign object, such as a bullet, knife, or shard of glass, enters the body and causes damage to internal organs or tissues. These injuries can range from minor to life-threatening and require immediate medical attention.

Usage and Examples:

Noun (Medical):

He suffered a penetrating injury to his chest and was rushed to the emergency room.
The surgeon successfully removed the foreign object causing the penetrating injury.
Recovery time for a severe penetrating injury varies based on the depth and location of the wound.

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