Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

epithelialize

verb

/ˌɛp.ɪˈθi.əl.ɪ.zaɪz/

Definition

To undergo the process of forming epithelium over a wound or a surface.

Examples

After the surgery, the patient’s skin began to epithelialize, indicating healing of the incision.
In tissue engineering, scientists aim to encourage cells to epithelialize quickly to restore skin integrity.

Meaning

Epithelialize refers to the biological process where epithelial cells grow over a surface or wound, playing a crucial role in the healing and regeneration of tissue.