Cirrhi

Cirrhi is a medical term that refers to a condition of scarring in the liver, also known as cirrhosis.

English word type: Noun

American English pronunciation: /ˈsɪriː/

Synonyms: Cirrhosis, hepatic fibrosis

Easily confused with: Cirri (plural of cirrus)

Bilingual Examples

  • After years of heavy drinking, John developed cirrhi and was in need of a liver transplant. （长年酗酒后，约翰患上了肝硬化，急需肝脏移植。）
  • The doctor explained that cirrhi can lead to liver failure if left untreated. （医生解释说，如果不治疗，肝硬化可能导致肝脏衰竭。）