Match each term below with its description.
-Closed traumatic wound; also called a bruise
A)Laceration
B)In-growth mesh
C)Abrasion
D)Hydrolysis
E)Fistula
F)Cicatrix
G)Contusion
H)Sinus
I)Incision
J)Capillarity

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A contusion is a closed traumatic wound, also known as a bruise.

Answer: C
 An abrasion is a wound where the top layer of skin is scraped off.

Answer: F
 A cicatrix is a scar tissue that forms over a wound as it heals.

Answer: I
 An incision is a wound made by a sharp object, like a knife or scalpel.

Answer: H
 A sinus is a tunnel-like channel that forms between two areas in the body that do not normally connect, often as a result of infection or inflammation.

Answer: A
 A laceration is a wound where the skin is torn, cut or punctured.

Answer: E
 A fistula is an abnormal connection between two organs or tissues, which can cause various health problems.

Answer: J
 Capillarity is the ability of a liquid to flow in narrow spaces, against the force of gravity, due to adhesive and cohesive forces. It is not related to wound types.

Answer: B
 In-growth mesh refers to a type of medical implant that is designed to encourage tissue growth into it, for example, in hernia repair or tissue regeneration. It is not a wound type.

Match Each Term Below with Its Description