fibrosis

[ fahy-broh-sis ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. the development in an organ of excess fibrous connective tissue.

fibrosis

/ faɪˈbrəʊsɪs; faɪˈbrɒtɪk /

noun

1. the formation of an abnormal amount of fibrous tissue in an organ or part as the result of inflammation, irritation, or healing

Derived Forms

• fibrotic, adjective

Other Words From

• fi·brot·ic [fahy-, brot, -ik], adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of fibrosis¹

First recorded in 1870–75; fibr- + -osis

Example Sentences

There are more than 500 people living with cystic fibrosis in Northern Ireland.

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The radio legend was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a severe respiratory illness that can make breathing very difficult.

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She says it has meant treatments for conditions like cystic fibrosis and hepatitis B are getting NHS funding.

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Walker has pulmonary fibrosis, which is scarring of the lungs.

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At present, newborns are given a heelprick blood test that checks for nine serious conditions, including cystic fibrosis.

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