dystrophia

dys·tro·phy

 (dĭs′trə-fē) also dys·tro·phi·a (dĭ-strō′fē-ə)

n.

1. Any of various unrelated, noninfectious, often genetic disorders characterized by progressive deterioration or structural alteration of a body part.

2. A degenerative disorder caused by inadequate or defective nutrition. No longer in scientific use.

3. Ecology The condition of being dystrophic.

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dystrophy, dystrophia

any of various diseases characterized by weakening or defective function of the process of nutrition, resulting in degeneration of the muscles. See also food and nutrition. — dystrophic, adj.

See also: Disease and Illness

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poor or inadequate nutrition or growth. See also disease and illness.

See also: Food and Nutrition

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Translations

dys·tro·phy

, dystrophia

n. distrofia.

1. anomalía causada por desnutrición;

2. desarrollo defectuoso o de malformación.

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