myofibroblasts

[US]/ˌmaɪəʊˈfaɪbrəʊblæst/
[UK]/ˌmaɪoʊˈfaɪbrəˌblæst/

Translation

n.a type of cell that has characteristics of both muscle cells and fibroblasts, involved in wound healing and tissue repair

Phrases & Collocations

myofibroblast activation

myofibroblast differentiation

myofibroblast contraction

myofibroblast function

myofibroblast proliferation

myofibroblast migration

myofibroblast role

myofibroblast markers

myofibroblast signaling

myofibroblast activity

Example Sentences

myofibroblasts play a crucial role in wound healing.

researchers are studying the function of myofibroblasts in fibrosis.

myofibroblast differentiation is influenced by various growth factors.

excessive myofibroblast activity can lead to tissue scarring.

myofibroblasts are essential for the contraction of granulation tissue.

in cancer, myofibroblasts can promote tumor progression.

myofibroblast activation is a hallmark of chronic inflammation.

therapeutic strategies targeting myofibroblasts are being developed.

myofibroblasts contribute to the remodeling of extracellular matrix.

understanding myofibroblast biology can improve fibrosis treatments.

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