Secondary to granulation

What does "Secondary to granulation" 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

"Secondary to granulation" in medicine refers to a situation where a certain condition or symptom is caused by the process of granulation. Granulation is the body's natural healing process where new tissues and tiny blood vessels form on the surface of a wound. So, if a medical condition is described as "secondary to granulation", it means that the condition has occurred as a result of this healing process. This could be due to overgrowth of the new tissues or some other related issue.

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