Capsular

/ˈkæpʃələr/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or having the form of a capsule; enclosed in a capsule-like structure.

Etymology

From Latin 'capsula' (small box) with the suffix -ar meaning relating to. Commonly used in medical and anatomical terminology.

Kelly Says

When doctors talk about 'capsular contracture' after breast implants, they mean the body formed scar tissue around the implant—the prefix 'capsular' describes anything happening within or around these natural tissue envelopes!

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