angiopathy
|an-gi-op-a-thy|
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/ˌændʒiˈɑːpəθi/
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/ˌændʒiˈɒpəθi/
disease of blood vessels
Etymology
Etymology Information
'angiopathy' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'angeion' meaning 'vessel' and 'pathos' meaning 'suffering' or 'disease.'
Historical Evolution
'Angiopathy' was formed in modern medical English from the Greek roots 'angeion' and 'pathos,' and has been used since the late 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'disease of the blood vessels,' and this meaning has remained unchanged in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a disease of the blood vessels (arteries, veins, or capillaries).
Diabetic angiopathy is a common complication of diabetes.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/08/08 04:36