Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
antigraft
Noun
/ˌæn.tiˈɡræft/
Definition
A substance or treatment that prevents the body from rejecting a transplanted organ or tissue.
Examples
1. The doctor prescribed an antigraft medication to help ensure the success of the transplant.
2. After the surgery, the patient received regular doses of antigraft treatments to minimize rejection risks.
Meaning
Antigraft refers to anything that opposes the grafting process, typically in the context of organ transplants. It includes medical strategies and immune-suppressing drugs designed to reduce the chances of the body rejecting a donor’s tissue.
Synonyms
- Immunosuppressant
- Anti-rejection medication
- Transplant prophylaxis
