Visceral damage refers to the harm or injury caused to the vital organs such as the heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys. There are many synonyms for the term visceral damage, and these include internal organ damage, visceral injury, internal injury, internal trauma, and organ failure. Other synonyms for visceral damage are organ damage, tissue damage, tissue injury, organ trauma, and internal damage. These terms describe the same idea of harm to the organs that have a major role in the body's functions. The severity and impact of visceral damage depend on the type, extent, and location of the internal injury or trauma, and can range from mild to life-threatening.