metaplasia

noun

meta·pla·sia | \-ˈplā-zh(ē-)ə

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Definition of metaplasia

1 : transformation of one tissue into another

2 : abnormal replacement of cells of one type by cells of another

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Other theories have included immune dysfunction, chronic inflammation, and metaplasia (an abnormal change in the tissue). — Abby Haglage, SELF, "This 3-D Tissue Culturing System Could Change the Way Doctors Treat Endometriosis," 25 Oct. 2017

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metaplasia

noun

meta·pla·sia | \ˌmet-ə-ˈplā-zh(ē-)ə

\

Medical Definition of metaplasia

1 : transformation of one tissue into another metaplasia of cartilage into bone

2 : abnormal replacement of cells of one type by cells of another

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