Adhesion: The union of two opposing tissue surfaces (often in reference to the sides of a wound). Also refers to scar tissue strands that can form in the area of a previous operation, such as within the abdomen after a laparotomy.
The word "adhesion" comes from the Latin "adhaerere" meaning "to stick to or cling to."
Library > Literature & Language > Dictionary ( ăd-hē ' zhən ) n. The act or state of adhering. Attachment or devotion; loyalty. Assent or agreement to join ...
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Definition of ADHESION. 1: steady or firm attachment : adherence. 2: the action or state of adhering. 3: the abnormal union of separate tissue surfaces by new fibrous ...
noun 1. the act or state of adhering; state of being adhered or united: the adhesion of parts united by growth. 2. steady or devoted attachment, support, etc ...
Adhesions are bands of scar-like tissue that form between two surfaces inside the body and cause them to stick together. As the body moves, tissues or ...