Etymology
The word "cirrhosis" comes from the Greek word κίρρωσις (kirrhōsis), which means "yellowish" or "tawny".
Meaning and Origin
Cirrhosis is a chronic liver disease that results in the replacement of healthy liver tissue with scar tissue. The scarring is caused by long-term damage to the liver, often due to chronic inflammation or injury.
The term "cirrhosis" was first used in 1793 by Matthew Baillie, a Scottish physician. Baillie described the condition as a "yellow induration of the liver", characterized by a yellowish discoloration and hardening of the liver tissue.
Over time, the understanding of cirrhosis has evolved as medical research has progressed. Today, cirrhosis is recognized as a serious and often irreversible liver disease that can lead to liver failure and death if left untreated.
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