hyperplastic

Meanings

• noun

  An abnormal growth or proliferation of cells or tissues in an organ or part, often in response to chronic irritation or stimulation.

  - "The patient was diagnosed with a hyperplastic growth in the colon."
  - "The hyperplastic tissue was removed during surgery."

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Variants

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hyperplasia , hyperplasias , hyperplastic

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Etymology

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From the Greek words hyper- (above) and plassein (to mold or form).

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Trivia

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1. Hyperplasia can affect various organs, including the liver, thyroid gland, and endometrium.

2. Hyperplasia is not always a precancerous condition, but it can increase the risk of developing cancer in some cases.

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Related Concepts

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1. Dysplasia: A condition where cells in an organ or tissue grow abnormally but are not yet cancerous.

2. Neoplasia: A new growth of abnormal cells, which can be benign or malignant.

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Culture

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Hyperplasia is a common condition in various organs, including the breast, prostate, and colon. It can lead to cancer in some cases.

How to Memorize "hyperplastic"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a cell growing and multiplying abnormally, forming a mass of tissue.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of excessive growth or proliferation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic HYPER: Hyperplasia Yields Abnormal Proliferation Everywhere.

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