Fibrosis Refers To

Question

Fibrosis refers to
A) tissue regeneration.
B) repair of damaged muscle fibers.
C) regeneration of nerve fibers.
D) replacement of injured tissue with fibrous connective tissue.

Accepted Answer

Fibrosis is the replacement of injured or dead tissue with fibrous connective tissue, which can lead to scarring and impaired function in affected areas. It is a common response to injury or inflammation in various organs such as the liver, lungs, and heart.