pathophysiology
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of pathophysiology
First recorded in 1950–55; patho- + physiology
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On an almost daily basis, we learned about the shape of virus evolution, details of disease ecology, and previously unknown vagaries of human pathophysiology.
From Salon • Apr. 9, 2025
“Unfortunately, we don’t know why. There is so much we don’t understand about the pathophysiology of what makes it more lethal for one animal than another.”
From Salon • Jun. 19, 2024
The study, which focuses on the role of reactive astrocytes and the plexin-B1 protein in Alzheimer's pathophysiology, provides crucial insights into brain cell communication and opens the door to innovative treatment strategies.
From Science Daily • May 27, 2024
This includes a comprehensive understanding of the pathophysiology and early detection of those patients who have a high risk of an unfavorable outcome.
From Science Daily • May 22, 2024
The results of this study contribute significantly to a better understanding of the pathophysiology of CHD in T2D patients and offer potential new approaches to the prevention and treatment of this serious complication.
From Science Daily • Mar. 18, 2024
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