Plug of skin

What does "Plug of skin" 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 "plug of skin" in medicine refers to a small piece of skin that is removed from one area of the body and then used in another area. This is often done during a skin graft procedure, where damaged skin is replaced with healthy skin from another part of the body. The "plug" is the piece of healthy skin that is used to cover the damaged area. This procedure is commonly used to treat severe burns, extensive wounds, or areas of skin loss due to infection or disease.

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