NCIt definition : A bacterial granulomatous infection caused by Mycobacterium leprae. It is a progressive
disease affecting the skin, peripheral nerves, and limbs. If untreated, it causes
permanent tissue damage leading to autoamputations.;
Alternative definition : NICHD: An infection predominantly that is caused by Mycobacterium leprae, which causes
a progressive disease affecting the skin, peripheral nerves, and limbs. If untreated,
it usually causes permanent tissue damage leading to autoamputations.;