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pathogenesis

[ path-uh-jen-uh-sis ]

noun

  1. the production and development of disease.


pathogenesis

/ pəˈθɒdʒɪnɪ; ˌpæθəˈdʒɛnɪsɪs; ˌpæθəʊdʒɪˈnɛtɪk /

noun

  1. the origin, development, and resultant effects of a disease


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Derived Forms

  • pathogenetic, adjective

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Other Words From

  • path·o·ge·net·ic [path-oh-j, uh, -, net, -ik], adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of pathogenesis1

From New Latin, dating back to 1875–80; patho-, -genesis

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Example Sentences

One would not deny all practical bearing to such investigations of pathogenesis.

These studies in pathogenesis and etiology are fundamentally necessary for the development of a rational therapy and prophylaxis.

It is safe to say that not one in ten of those who practice the healing art has ever used it or is familiar with its pathogenesis.

We pass to consider the more important pathogenesis of the remedy in regular course.

It is doubtful whether mere clinical studies will contribute in a large measure to the solution of the pathogenesis of scurvy.

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