What is another word for agenesia?
Pronunciation: [ˌe͡ɪd͡ʒənˈiːzi͡ə] (IPA) 
Agenesia is a term used in medical parlance to describe a congenital or acquired condition where a certain part of the body is absent or failed to develop. However, many synonyms exist for this clinical term including aplasia, athymia, agenesis, and amoebiasis, amongst others. All these terms generally imply the lack or absence of certain body parts or structures although they may manifest in varied forms and functions depending on the context in which they are used. Knowing these synonyms can help medical professionals to better understand different clinical situations and can aid in developing appropriate interventions and treatments for patients affected by these conditions.
