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Definition of Hypertrophic

Hypertrophic: Exhibiting hypertrophy (enlargement or overgrowth of an organ or part of the body due to increased size of the constituent cells), as in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 11/28/2003

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