Full-thickness tear

What does "Full-thickness tear" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A "full-thickness tear" is a term used in medicine to describe a situation where a tissue or a ligament in the body has been torn or damaged all the way through. This means that the tear goes from one side of the tissue or ligament to the other, completely separating it into two parts. It's like when a piece of paper is torn into two separate pieces.

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