noun
- the process of forming a scar or the formation of scar tissue as a result of healing from an injury or wound
Usage: medical/anatomical term; also used in dermatology and surgery
Examples
- The cicatrization of the burn wound took several months to complete.
- Doctors monitored the patient's cicatrization to ensure proper healing without excessive scarring.
- Rapid cicatrization can sometimes lead to contractures that limit movement.
- The surgical incision underwent normal cicatrization without complications.
- Cicatrization is a natural part of the body's wound-healing process.
- Certain treatments can minimize cicatrization and improve cosmetic outcomes.