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Organ Toxicity

Meaning

Organ Toxicity is a pathological condition defined by measurable damage or functional impairment to a specific organ or organ system resulting from exposure to a chemical substance, a pharmacological agent, or high-dose hormone administration. This adverse effect is a critical consideration in clinical pharmacology, requiring careful monitoring of organ-specific biomarkers and prompt dose adjustment or discontinuation of the offending agent. Hepatotoxicity (liver), nephrotoxicity (kidney), and cardiotoxicity are the most commonly observed forms in clinical practice.