Cirrhosis
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /sɪˈɹoʊ.sɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cirrhosis is a noun meaning (by extension) Interstitial inflammation of kidneys, lungs, and other organs.
Meaning
(by extension) Interstitial inflammation of kidneys, lungs, and other organs.
More Meanings
- (pathology) A chronic disease of the liver caused by damage from toxins (including alcohol), metabolic problems, hepatitis, or nutritional deprivation, characterised by an increase in fibrous tissue and the destruction of liver cells.
Word Forms
- cirrhoses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sclerosis, multilobular, micronodular, hardening, hepatocirrhosis, hepatosis.
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