ALL meanings of cirrhosis
cir·rho·sis
C c - uncountable noun cirrhosis Cirrhosis or cirrhosis of the liver is a disease which destroys a person's liver and which can kill them. It is often caused by drinking too much alcohol. 3
- noun cirrhosis any of various progressive diseases of the liver, characterized by death of liver cells, irreversible fibrosis, etc: caused by inadequate diet, excessive alcohol, chronic infection, etc 3
- noun cirrhosis a degenerative disease in an organ of the body, esp. the liver, marked by excess formation of connective tissue and, usually, subsequent painful swelling 3
- noun cirrhosis a disease of the liver characterized by increase of connective tissue and alteration in gross and microscopic makeup. 1
- noun cirrhosis liver disease 1
- noun cirrhosis A chronic disease of the liver marked by degeneration of cells, inflammation, and fibrous thickening of tissue. It is typically a result of alcoholism or hepatitis. 1
- noun cirrhosis (pathology) A chronic disease of the liver caused by damage from toxins (including alcohol), metabolic problems, hepatitis or nutritional deprivation. It is characterised by an increase of fibrous tissue and the destruction of liver cells. 0
- noun cirrhosis (by extension) Interstitial inflammation of kidneys, lungs, and other organs. 0