traumatology
nounfemininetécnico/tɾawmɐtuluˈʒiɐ/low
trau·ma·to·lo·gi·a
Definition
Branch of medicine dedicated to the study, diagnosis, and treatment of traumatic injuries, especially of the musculoskeletal system.
Traumatology is a fundamental specialty in emergency services.
The traumatology specialist treated his complex fracture.
Etymology
Do grego *trauma* (ferida) + *-logia* (estudo, tratado).