neovascularization

Noun

Meaning

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neovascularization (countable and uncountable, plural neovascularizations)

The formation of new blood vessels.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

angiogenesis aneurysm angiogram vascular revascularization

Related terms

angiogenesis neovascular neoangiogenesis vasculogenesis

Examples

Chemical genetics of vascular growth in Xenopus tadpoles: Given the important role of neovascularization in cancer progression, Xenopus embryos were recently used to identify new small molecules inhibitors of blood vessel growth. Source: Internet

In rare cases of extreme ocular exposure to sulfur mustard vapors, corneal ulceration, anterior chamber scarring, and neovascularization have occurred. Source: Internet

Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) seems to play a vital role in promoting neovascularization. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

neovascularisation neovascularised neovascularity neovascularize neovascularized neovasculation