cirrhosis
noun
cir·rho·sis
sə-ˈrō-səs 
plural cirrhoses
sə-ˈrō-ˌsēz
: widespread disruption of normal liver structure by fibrosis and the formation of regenerative nodules that is caused by any of various chronic progressive conditions affecting the liver (such as long-term alcohol abuse or hepatitis)
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Studies also show that tomatoes can help reduce the risk of fatty liver disease, which can lead to cirrhosis, scarring of the liver, or even liver cancer.
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Audrey Noble, Vogue, 21 July 2025
In Wisconsin, deaths from cirrhosis of the liver — one of several liver diseases tied to alcohol consumption — rose 35% between 2019 and 2023, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 4 July 2025
Her mother had hepatic encephalopathy, an ammonia buildup in her body resulting from cirrhosis that causes brain dysfunction.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 27 June 2025
Liver failure and cirrhosis (scarring) are the most common reasons for a liver transplant.
—Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 28 Feb. 2025
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Audrey Noble, Vogue, 21 July 2025
In Wisconsin, deaths from cirrhosis of the liver — one of several liver diseases tied to alcohol consumption — rose 35% between 2019 and 2023, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 4 July 2025
Her mother had hepatic encephalopathy, an ammonia buildup in her body resulting from cirrhosis that causes brain dysfunction.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 27 June 2025
Liver failure and cirrhosis (scarring) are the most common reasons for a liver transplant.
—Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 28 Feb. 2025
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“Cirrhosis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cirrhosis. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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cirrhosis
noun
cir·rho·sis
sə-ˈrō-səs
: an increase in fiber-containing tissue and hardening of the liver
Medical Definition
cirrhosis
noun
cir·rho·sis
sə-ˈrō-səs
plural cirrhoses
-ˌsēz
: widespread disruption of normal liver structure by fibrosis and the formation of regenerative nodules that is caused by any of various chronic progressive conditions affecting the liver (as long-term alcohol abuse or hepatitis) see biliary cirrhosis
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