What term describes a contusion caused by blunt trauma that leads to swelling from blood leaking into surrounding tissues due to ruptured capillaries, without any break in the skin?

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21 May 2019
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28 May 2026

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A contusion and a bruise both refer to injuries caused by blunt force trauma that result in blood leaking into nearby tissues, causing swelling without breaking the skin. Therefore, both terms are correct.

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