Definition : Invasion and multiplication of microorganisms in body tissues, which may be clinically
inapparent or result in local cellular injury. A local infection may persist and spread
by extension to become an acute, subacute, or chronic clinical infection or disease
state. It may also become systemic when the microorganisms gain access to the lymphatic
or vascular system. (From Dorland, 27th ed) [MeSH];
Invasion and multiplication of microorganisms in body tissues, which may be clinically
inapparent or result in local cellular injury. A local infection may persist and spread
by extension to become an acute, subacute, or chronic clinical infection or disease
state. It may also become systemic when the microorganisms gain access to the lymphatic
or vascular system. (From Dorland, 27th ed) [MeSH]