What does gangrene mean?
Death of tissue in a part of the body due to a lack of blood supply, often caused by injury or infection. A condition in which a part of the body dies due to a lack of blood supply.
Example
"The doctor warned that if the wound didn't receive proper treatment, it could lead to gangrene and the loss of the limb."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.