sequestra
- plural of sequestrum.
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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
Small irregular sequestra are occasionally found within the abscess cavity.
From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis
Small sequestra may be found embedded in the granulation tissue.
From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis
Healing is often delayed by the separation of sequestra, which takes place slowly, and union is attended with excessive formation of callus.
From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander
