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Definition of Karyostenosis

1. n. Direct cell division (in which there is first a simple division of the nucleus, without any changes in its structure, followed by division of the protoplasm of the cell); -- in opposition to karyokinesis.

Medical Definition of Karyostenosis

1. Direct cell division (in which there is first a simple division of the nucleus, without any changes in its structure, followed by division of the protoplasm of the karyostenotic mode of nuclear division. Origin: NL, fr. Gr. A nut, kernel + a being straitened. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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