hepatozelluläres

Hepatozelluläres refers to anything pertaining to liver cells, also known as hepatocytes. These are the primary functional cells of the liver and are responsible for a vast array of metabolic, detoxification, and synthetic processes. When the term is used in a medical context, it often appears in compound words that describe conditions or abnormalities affecting these cells. For example, hepatozelluläres Karzinom is the medical term for hepatocellular carcinoma, a type of liver cancer that originates from hepatocytes. Similarly, hepatozelluläre Dysplasie describes abnormal changes in the structure or appearance of liver cells. Understanding the normal function and structure of hepatocytes is crucial for diagnosing and treating diseases that affect the liver. Any pathology involving liver cells falls under the broad umbrella of hepatozelluläres issues.