DefinitionIrradiation of the skin with 12 - 15 Gray or repeated irradiation with a smaller dose result in chronic radiodermatitis after 2 years or more. In the atrophic centre of radiodermatitis, there is poor circulation and chronic inflammation which leads to a central ulceration due to minor trauma or to inadequate tissue oxygen supply. Roentgen ulcers are characterized by their poor healing. | SynonymeRöntgenulcus, Röntgensummationsschaden |
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