autoplastic

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɔːtəʊˈplæstɪk/

Definition

Involving the transfer of tissue from one part of an individual's body to another part of the same body.

Examples

• The reconstructive surgery utilized an autoplastic graft to repair the damaged facial tissue.

• Doctors prefer autoplastic procedures whenever possible to minimize the risk of immune system rejection.

• The success of the autoplastic operation depended on the viability of the patient's own donor site.

Synonyms of autoplastic

Words with a similar meaning to autoplastic:

• autogenous
• autologous

Antonyms of autoplastic

Words with the opposite meaning to autoplastic:

• alloplastic
• allogeneic

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