tumefacció
Tumefacció is a medical term used to describe swelling or enlargement of a body part due to accumulation of fluid, cells, or tissue expansion. It can refer to a localized swelling resulting from inflammation, injury, infection, or obstruction, as well as to systemic forms such as edema. The term is used in clinical descriptions to convey both the presence and the physical characteristics of a swollen area.
Etymology and scope: The word derives from Latin roots related to swelling. In Catalan, tumefacció covers various
Causes and mechanisms: Local tumefacció often results from inflammatory edema, vascular leakage, or accumulation of pus
Clinical presentation and diagnosis: Swelling is usually assessed by size, tenderness, warmth, redness, and stability of
Management and prognosis: Treatment targets the underlying cause and may include rest, elevation, compression, analgesia, anti-inflammatories,