Necrotizing
Pronunciation: /ˈnɛkˈɹoʊtiˈzi/
Necrotizing (verb)
- To cause body tissue to die because of lack of blood, injury, or infection.
- To make cells become dead tissue, often after severe damage or poisoning.
Examples
- The infection can necrotize tissue and cause severe pain.
- Poor blood flow may necrotize tissue in the affected area.