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  1. (cirrhosis) a chronic disease interfering with the normal functioning of the liver; the major cause is chronic alcoholism
  2. Cirrhosis is a consequence of chronic liver disease characterized by replacement of liver tissue by fibrosis, scar tissue and regenerative nodules (lumps that occur as a result of a process in which damaged tissue is regenerated), leading to loss of liver function. ...
  3. (Cirrhosis) a chronic problem makes it hard for the liver to remove toxins (poisonous substances) from the body. Alcohol, medications, and other substances may build up in the bloodstream and cause problems. ...
  4. Cirrhosis is a liver disease in which the hepatic cells degenerate and the surrounding connective tissues thicken.
  5. (cirrhosis) A type of chronic, progressive liver disease in which liver cells are replaced by scar tissue.
  6. (cirrhosis) Disfiguration of normal liver structure by increase in fibrous tissue and the formation of small irregular masses that is caused by any of various chronic conditions affecting the liver (long term alcohol abuse or hepatitis)
  7. (Cirrhosis) Liver disease characterized by loss of normal microscopic structure, which is replaced by fibrosis and nodular regeneration.
  8. (Cirrhosis) A slowly progressing disease in which healthy liver tissue is replaced with scar tissue, eventually preventing the liver from functioning properly. ...
  9. (cirrhosis) a condition in which the liver becomes scarred, fibrous and filled with fat, thus reducing its ability to function. Causes include infection (e.g., hepatitis) and excessive alcohol consumption.
  10. (cirrhosis) A disease in which the liver is severely damaged by alcohol, other toxins, or infection.
  11. (Cirrhosis) Chronic degenerative disease of the liver
  12. Cirrhosis of the liver is characterised by permanent and severe scarring of the liver caused by chronic liver inflammation. Cirrhosis is also the main cause of primary liver cancer.
  13. (Cirrhosis) Liver damage with scar tissue in the liver due to many causes particularly prolonged excessive consumption of alcohol.
  14. (cirrhosis) the result of chronic liver disease, where the liver is scarred and no longer functions properly. This causes many complications, including build up of fluid in the abdomen, bleeding disorders, increased pressure in the blood vessels and brain function disorders.
  15. (Cirrhosis (cirrhotic)) a chronic liver disease involving loss of functioning liver cells, increased resistance of blood flow through the organ, and disturbance of normal tissue architecture; in serious cases, leads to ammonia toxicity.
  16. (Cirrhosis) A degenerative disease of the liver ¿ the organ that helps eliminate toxic materials from the body ¿ often caused by alcoholism, but also may result from certain forms of hepatitis. ...
  17. (Cirrhosis) A progressive disease that causes the liver to scar and stop functioning correctly. It is often caused by long term alcoholic beverage use and/or long term damage to the liver due to infections or hepatitis.
  18. (Cirrhosis) An inflammation of the liver that can increase the risk of certain kinds of gallstones.
  19. (Cirrhosis) a liver disease that results in FIBROSIS and nodule formation. It can also cause gastrointestinal problems, JAUNDICE and EDEMA. Although irreversible and a common cause of death, cirrhosis can be controlled with VITAMINS, diuretics and beta blockers. ...
  20. (cirrhosis) the most advanced stage of liver scarring.
  21. Cirrhosis occurs when something destroys the liver cells causing the cells to die. When many cells die, there is scarring throughout the liver. A cirrhotic liver becomes very firm, unlike its normal spongy texture, and can be shrunken in size or enlarged. (top)