evulsio

Evulsio is a term historically used in medicine to describe the forceful tearing or pulling out of a body part, most commonly a tooth or limb. It implies a violent and often accidental separation from the body. In dentistry, evulsio dentis referred to the complete avulsion of a tooth from its socket due to trauma. This could occur from blows to the face, falls, or accidents. The management of an avulsed tooth depended on factors such as the tooth's maturity and the time elapsed since the avulsion.

The term also found application in surgical contexts, though less commonly in modern terminology. It could describe the traumatic removal of tissue during a procedure or an accident. While the word "evulsio" itself is less frequently used in contemporary medical literature, the concept it represents – the complete separation of a body part – remains a significant concern in emergency medicine and trauma care. Understanding the historical context of terms like evulsio helps appreciate the evolution of medical language and practice.