third intention


third in·ten·tion

(thĭrd in-ten'shŭn) The slow filling of a wound cavity or ulcer by granulations, with subsequent cicatrization.
See also: first intention, second intention

intention

(in-ten'chon) [L. intentio, purpose, aim] 1. A natural process of healing. 2. A goal or purpose.

first intention

See: healing by first intention

second intention

See: healing by second intention

third intention

See: healing by third intention