Liver Function Tests

noun a chronic liver disease characterized by the replacement of normal tissue with fibrous tissue and the loss of functional liver cells

• Cirrhosis is a serious liver condition characterized by scarring of the liver tissue.
• My uncle was diagnosed with cirrhosis after years of heavy drinking.
• I heard that too much partying can lead to cirrhosis of the liver.
• The corruption in the company had spread like cirrhosis, slowly damaging everything it touched.

noun the branch of medicine that deals with disorders of the stomach and intestines

• The patient was referred to a specialist in gastroenterology for further evaluation.
• My cousin is studying to become a gastroenterologist.
• I heard that the gastroenterology department at the hospital is top-notch.
• Understanding the complexities of the digestive system is like delving into the realm of gastroenterology.