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Fibrosis refers to the knowledge of the formation and development of excess fibrous connective tissue in organs or tissues as a result of injury, inflammation, or disease. It is used to recognise, assess, and understand tissue scarring and...

Skills CategoryHealth Care
Skills SubcategoryGeneral Medicine
Skills TypeSpecialized Skill
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