endostosis

/ɛndɒstˈoʊsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

the growth of bone into the cavity of a bone or organ, or the abnormal formation of bone within a body cavity, such as the nasal cavity or the sinuses.

“The patient was diagnosed with endostosis in the nasal cavity, requiring surgical removal of the affected bone.”

Synonyms

  • bone formation
  • osteoma

Antonyms

  • bone resorption
  • osteolysis