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Cicatrix

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Definition: The fibrous tissue that replaces normal tissue during the process of WOUND HEALING.  CICATRIX, HYPERTROPHIC is also available; do not confuse entry term SCARRING with scarification (scratching open the surface of the skin purposely for VACCINATION; BODY MODIFICATION, NON-THERAPEUTIC; etc.)   
See Also Keloid
Examples Cicatrix, Hypertrophic; Keloid 		Other names Scars; Scarring; Cicatrization; Scar
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSource
loteprednol etabonate  82034-46-6   *Androstadienes Cicatrix Wound Healing.
Pharma Action Anti-Allergic Agents 		Exp Eye Res 1990;50(2):183ALREX; LOTEMAX; ZYLET

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