Misrepair

Misrepair refers to a situation where the body repairs damaged tissues or structures in a way that is not exactly like the original. When injury occurs, the body often repairs tissue quickly to maintain function, but this repair process can sometimes lead to imperfect results, such as scar tissue. While this "misrepair" helps us survive and keep functioning, it can cause changes over time, contributing to aging or the development of conditions like atherosclerosis. Essentially, misrepair is the body's way of repair that, while beneficial in the short term, may cause long-term alterations.