Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fibrose
Adjective
/ˈfɪb.roʊs/
Definition
Fibrose refers to a condition characterized by the excessive formation of fibrous tissue in an organ or tissue of the body.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with fibrose changes in the lung tissue.
- Fibrose conditions can affect the liver, making it less effective.
- Research is being conducted to understand the mechanisms behind fibrose development in heart tissues.
Meaning
It is often associated with various diseases, leading to the stiffening or scarring of tissues.
Synonyms
- Fibrous
- Scarred
- Sclerotic
