Hyperplasia
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌhaɪ.pɚˈpleɪ.ʒə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hyperplasia is a noun meaning (medicine) An increase in the size of a tissue or organ due to increased number of cells.
Meaning
(medicine) An increase in the size of a tissue or organ due to increased number of cells.
Word Forms
- hyperplasias
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nodule, hypertrophy, proliferation, expansion, enlargement, neoplasia.
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