Vesicant


A substance that causes tissue blistering. Also known as vesicatory.

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  • Vesicatory

    A substance that causes tissue blistering. Also referred to as a vesicant.

  • Vesicle

    In dermatology, a vesicle is a small blister, as on the skin. Vesicles also occur on the mucous membranes, such as the buccal mucosa (the lining of the mouth). Vesicles are less than 0.5 centimeters in diameter. In anatomy, a vesicle is any small pouch. For example, the seminal vesicles are a pair of pouch-like […]

  • Vesicle, seminal

    One of two structures that are about 5 cm long and are located behind the bladder and above the prostate gland. The seminal vesicles contribute fluid to the ejaculate.

  • Vesicoenteric

    Pertaining to both the urinary bladder and intestine or to a communication between them, as in a vesicoenteric fistula. Synonymous with vesicointestinal.

  • Vesicular

    Referring to the presence of one or more vesicles. For example, a vesicular rash features small blisters on the skin.


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