squamous epithelium
Americannoun
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"Barrett's esophagus is characterized by the replacement of the resident squamous epithelium of the esophagus by other cell types that are not normally found in this tissue," says the scientist.
From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2024
The cells of the simple squamous epithelium are called Type I pneumocytes.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015
Lining the tunica intima is the specialized simple squamous epithelium called the endothelium, which is continuous throughout the entire vascular system, including the lining of the chambers of the heart.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
The outermost part of Bowman’s capsule, the parietal layer, is a simple squamous epithelium.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
The wall of the cyst is composed of a connective-tissue capsule lined by stratified squamous epithelium.
From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis
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