DEOSSIFICATION Meaning and
Definition
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Deossification refers to the process of removing or reducing the amount of bone tissue (calcium content) in an individual's body, leading to decreased bone density. This can result from a variety of factors such as aging, hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, or certain medical conditions.
The human skeletal system is primarily composed of bones, which provide structural support, protect vital organs, and store minerals like calcium and phosphorus. Bone tissue is constantly undergoing a dynamic process called remodeling, involving the breakdown of old bone tissue (resorption) and the formation of new bone tissue (ossification). However, when the rate of bone resorption outpaces the rate of bone formation, it can lead to a net loss of bone mass, consequently causing deossification.
Deossification can have detrimental effects on an individual's overall health and quality of life. It increases the risk of developing osteoporosis, a condition characterized by weak and fragile bones that are highly susceptible to fractures. Individuals with deossification may experience symptoms such as bone pain, decreased height, stooped posture, and an increased tendency to sustain injuries.
Prevention and treatment of deossification often involve lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, a balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, and avoidance of risk factors like smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. In some cases, medical interventions such as hormone replacement therapy or medications to promote bone density may be prescribed. Diagnosis and management of deossification typically involve bone density tests, medical history evaluation, and consultation with healthcare professionals specialized in bone health, such as orthopedists or endocrinologists.
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Removal of the mineral constituents of bone.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for DEOSSIFICATION
- seossification
- xeossification
- ceossification
- feossification
- reossification
- eeossification
- dwossification
- dsossification
- ddossification
- drossification
- d4ossification
- d3ossification
- deissification
- dekssification
- delssification
- depssification
- de0ssification
- de9ssification
- deoasification
Etymology of DEOSSIFICATION
The word "deossification" is derived from the combination of the prefix "de-" which means "remove" or "reverse", and the noun "ossification", which refers to the process of bone formation or hardening. Thus, "deossification" signifies the reversal or removal of the ossification process, implying the softening or loss of bone tissue.
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