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Term: Hypertrophic Spur Formation

Description:

Hypertrophic spur formation refers to the abnormal growth of bone spurs resulting from the excessive proliferation and development of bone tissue.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: The pathological process of developing bone spurs due to abnormal bone tissue growth.

Example Sentence: Hypertrophic spur formation can occur as a result of chronic joint inflammation.

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Sense 2:

Noun: The manifestation of bone spurs caused by excessive bone tissue growth.

Example Sentence: X-rays revealed hypertrophic spur formation in the patient's spine, leading to the compression of nearby nerves.

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Sense 3:

Adjective: Describing the condition or characteristics of hypertrophic spur formation.

Example Sentence: The patient's MRI showed signs of hypertrophic spur formation, indicating a degenerative joint disease.

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