The crushing or destruction of blood cells, particularly red blood cells.
From Greek 'haima' (blood) + 'kytos' (cell) + 'tripsis' (rubbing, crushing). A rare medical term describing mechanical damage to cells.
Severe burns can cause hematocytotripsis when damaged tissue releases substances that rupture red blood cells—one reason burn victims need careful fluid management in hospitals.
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