Hyalinization (Noun)
Meaning
The state of being hyaline or having become hyaline; "the patient's arterioles showed marked hyalinization".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient's arterioles showed marked hyalinization, which is a common sign of aging and decreased vascular function.
- In the context of pathology, hyalinization refers to the process by which normal tissues acquire a glassy or translucent appearance.
- Hyalinization of collagen fibers in the skin can lead to a loss of skin elasticity and cause deep wrinkles.
- The excessive glycation reactions seen in diabetes mellitus can lead to hyalinization of basement membranes and vascular damage.
- The histological examination of the biopsy sample revealed significant hyalinization of the kidney's blood vessels, indicative of chronic kidney disease.