Definition: Injuries to blood vessels caused by laceration, contusion, puncture, or crush and other types of injuries. Symptoms vary by site and mode of injuries and may include bleeding, bruising, swelling, pain, and numbness. It does not include injuries secondary to pathologic function or diseases such as ATHEROSCLEROSIS.
coordinate with ARTERIES / inj or VEINS /inj or specific artery or vein / inj
Other names Vascular Injuries; Vascular System Injury; Vascular Injury; System Injury, Vascular; System Injuries, Vascular; Injury, Vascular System; Injury, Vascular; Injuries, Vascular System; Injuries, Vascular