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necrosisDeath or decay of tissue in a particular part of the body, usually due to bacterial poisoning or loss of local blood supply. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Intramuscular NSAIDs are known to cause aseptic necrosis, predisposing the patient to staphylococcal abscesses. Aseptic necrosis of the cricoid: A complication of tracheal intubation. Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (ONJ) is also known by several other names, such as avascular or aseptic necrosis of the mandible/maxilla, bisphosphonate associated osteonecrosis of the jaw (BON), Jaw Rot, Dead Jaw disease or Bisphossy Jaw. |
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