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Glossary: Hypertrophy
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Definition of Hypertrophy
Increase in the size of an organ due to enlargement of its cells; frequently with a corresponding increase in functional capacity.
Topics Related to Hypertrophy
Cardiospasm
Related Topic
"...Eventually the muscle undergoes
hypertrophy
and the esophagus becomes dilated adjacent to the constricted sphincter because of retention of food..."
Cor Pulmonale
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"
Hypertrophy
of the right ventricle of the heart resulting from excessive pressure in the pulmonary artery..."
Myocarditis
The Condition
"...Myocarditis can contribute to dilation (enlargement due to weakness of the heart muscle) or
hypertrophy
(overgrowth of the muscle tissue)..."
Last updated: Jul 23, 2010
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