Stage II
Partial thickness skin loss involving epidermis, dermis, or both. The lesion is superficial and presents clinically as an abrasion, blister, or shallow center.
By Laura Inverarity, D.O., About.com
Updated: December 29, 2004
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by Kate Grossman, MD
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