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Cirrhosis of the Liver

Description:

Cirrhosis of the liver is a chronic and progressive disease characterized by the replacement of healthy liver tissue with scar tissue, resulting in impaired liver function. It is usually caused by long-term liver damage, including excessive alcohol consumption, viral hepatitis, or certain medical conditions. Cirrhosis can lead to serious complications and is a leading cause of liver failure.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A chronic liver disease characterized by scarring and fibrosis of the liver tissues.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver due to his long history of alcohol abuse.

Sense 2:

Noun: The condition or state of having cirrhosis of the liver.

Example: The cirrhosis of the liver has progressed to an advanced stage in the patient.

Sense 3:

Adj: Referring to or relating to cirrhosis of the liver.

Example: The doctor suggested a liver transplant as the best treatment option for the patient with cirrhosis.

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