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The trabecular framework of the bone undergoes erosion and absorption—rarefying ostitis—and either disappears altogether or only irregular fragments or sequestra of microscopic dimensions remain in the area affected.

From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis

Syphilitic sequestra are heavier and denser than normal bone, because sclerosis usually precedes death of the bone.

From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis

Inter oves locum praesta, Et ab hoedis me sequestra, Statuens in parte dextra.

From Ortus Christi Meditations for Advent by Paul, Mother St.

"Inter oves locum presta Et ab hædis me sequestra, Statuens in parte dextra."

From A Mummer's Tale by Roche, Charles E.

In exceptional cases, portions of the glenoid or humerus are found separated as sequestra, or the disease involves parts outside the joint, such as the acromion or coracoid process.

From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander