English word hepatocirrhosis comes from English cirrhosis, English hepato- (Pertaining to the liver.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| cirrhosis | English (eng) | (by extension) Interstitial inflammation of kidneys, lungs, and other organs.. (pathology) A chronic disease of the liver caused by damage from toxins (including alcohol), metabolic problems, hepatitis or nutritional deprivation. It is characterised by an increase of fibrous tissue and the destruction of liver cells. |
| hepato- | English (eng) | Pertaining to the liver. |
| hepatocirrhosis | English (eng) | Cirrhosis of the liver. |