Proliferation In The Gastrointestinal Epithelium
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Proliferation in the gastrointestinal epithelium refers to the rapid increase in the number of cells lining the digestive tract. This vital process is essential for maintaining the integrity and function of the gut, facilitating repair after injury, and enabling normal tissue turnover. However, dysregulated epithelial proliferation can indicate various pathological conditions, ranging from inflammatory bowel diseases to the development and progression of gastrointestinal cancers, highlighting its critical role in both health and disease.