The tissue all around the site of the old ulcers was densely Cicatricial, with a very marked tendency to contract.
"Makers of Modern Medicine"
James J. Walsh
As a result of long standing or severe inflammation, shortening of these structures occurs in consequence of the contraction of the inflammatory or Cicatricial tissue.
"Common Diseases of Farm Animals"
R. A. Craig, D. V. M.
It may result also from fracture or from separation of one of the epiphyses in the region of the knee, or from Cicatricial contraction of the quadriceps.
"Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition."
Alexander Miles Alexis Thomson