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Tissue Expansion

Medical Definition: Process whereby tissue adjacent to a soft tissue defect is expanded by means of a subcutaneously implanted reservoir. The procedure is used in reconstructive surgery for injuries caused by trauma, burns, or ablative surgery.
Guide Notes: do not use /util except by MeSH definition
Previously Indexed: Surgery, Plastic (1980-1989),Surgical Flaps (1983-1989)

Tissue Expansion Medical Definitions and Terms

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