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Meaning of AUTOGRAFT

Pronunciation:  'otu`graft

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  tissue that is taken from one site and grafted to another site on the same person; "skin from his thigh replaced the burned skin on his arms"
 
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 See Also: graft, transplant

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: Tissue (such as skin, bone or muscle) taken from one part of a person's body and grafted to another part to replace damaged critical areas. For instance, surgeons may remove muscles from the back to replace damaged muscles in the lower leg or forearm.
 
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