clostridial_myonecrosis | ||
1. | [ noun ] (pathology) a deadly form of gangrene usually caused by Clostridium bacteria that produce toxins that cause tissue death; can be used as a bioweapon | |
Synonyms: | emphysematous_phlegmon gangrenous_emphysema gas_gangrene gas_phlegmon progressive_emphysematous_necrosis emphysematous_gangrene | |
Related terms: | gangrene pathology | |