myofibrous

adjective

Meaning

Relating to or composed of myofibrils, which are the long, filamentous proteins found in muscle cells that are responsible for muscle contraction.

Examples

  • The biopsy revealed significant myofibrous scarring in the cardiac muscle.
  • Myofibrous hyperplasia is a condition characterized by an overgrowth of muscle tissue.

Synonyms: fibrous, muscular, fibrillar