Necrosis - ț̢
The pathological process occurring in cells that are dying from irreparable injuries. It is caused by the progressive, uncontrolled action of degradative ENZYMES, leading to MITOCHONDRIAL SWELLING, nuclear flocculation, and cell lysis. Distinguish it from APOPTOSIS which is a normal, regulated cellular process.
Synonyms : Necroses
Necturus - ț̢
A genus of the Proteidae family with five recognized species, which inhabit the Atlantic and Gulf drainages.
Synonyms : Mudpuppies
Necturus maculosus - ț̢
A neotenic aquatic species of mudpuppy (Necturus) occurring from Manitoba to Louisiana and Texas.