degenerative change

Stromal breakdown

Stromal breakdown refers to the process where the stroma, the supportive tissue within an organ, starts to degrade or fall apart. The stroma is made up of connective tissue that helps provide structure and support to the organs. When stromal breakdown occurs, the tissue loses its normal structure, which may lead to other changes, such …
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Degenerative changes

In pathology, the phrase degenerative changes describes tissue that has started to physically break down, losing its normal structure and appearance when viewed under a microscope. These changes can affect how well a tissue or organ functions. Although degenerative changes themselves are not cancerous, they may sometimes be seen in tumours, particularly if the tumour …
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