NCIt definition : A cell death process that is morphologically characterized by a gain in cell volume
(oncosis), swelling of organelles, plasma membrane rupture and subsequent loss of
intracellular contents.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: Refers to the death of tissues.; CDISC: Death of a group of cells in an organ or tissue. (INHAND); FDA: The pathologic death of cells or of a portion of tissue or organ resulting from
irreversible damage.;