Preferred Label : Cartilage;
NCIt synonyms : Cartilagenous;
NCIt definition : A type of connective tissue composed of chondrocytes and an extracellular matrix,
composed of collagen, elastin, and ground substance. There are three types of cartilage;
namely elastic, hyaline, and fibrocartilage.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A tough, flexible tissue that lines joints and gives structure to the nose,
ears, larynx, and other parts of the body.; CDISC: A type of connective tissue composed of chondrocytes and an extracellular matrix
composed of collagen, elastin, and ground substance. There are three types of cartilage;
namely elastic, hyaline, and fibrocartilage.;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000044190;
Origin ID : C12373;
UMLS CUI : C0007301;
- Anatomic structure is physical part of
- Automatic exact mappings (from CISMeF team)
- Contains anatomical structure(s)
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