Pathology · Multiple Systems · Easy
Virulence
Meaning: Degree to which a microorganism is able to cause severe disease.
In practice: The virulence of the strain explained why so many patients became seriously ill.
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Which word means: Band of scar tissue joining surfaces that are normally separate, often after surgery.
Answer: Adhesion
Which word means: Rare malignant tumour arising from the lining of blood or lymphatic vessels.
Answer: Angiosarcoma
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