Contusion

Contusion

(Science: dermatology) a bruise, an injury of a part without a break in the skin.

Origin: L. Contusio, from contundere = to bruise

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Does contusion refer to only the integumentary system?

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by MAGEE XAVIER: Wed May 24, 2006 10:53 am; Forum: Human Biology; Topic: contusion; Replies: 1; Views: 972

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