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What’s the medical term for tissue death caused by lack of blood flow?

What’s the medical term for tissue death caused by lack of blood flow?

Explanation

Necrosis refers to the death of tissue because of a lack of blood flow. Without treatment, this can lead to serious complications. Forms like avascular necrosis or gangrene are specific types of this condition.