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Atrophy

Definition(s)

Decrease in the size of a cell, tissue, organ, or multiple organs, associated with a variety of pathological conditions such as abnormal cellular changes, ischemia, malnutrition, or hormonal changes.: Definition from: Unified Medical Language System (MeSH) at the National Library of Medicine
Decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue; also: arrested development or loss of a part or organ incidental to the normal development or life of an animal or plant.: Definition from: Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary by Merriam-Webster Inc.


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