angioplerosis
|an-gi-o-ple-ro-sis|
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/ˌændʒioʊpləˈroʊsɪs/
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/ˌændʒiəʊpləˈrəʊsɪs/
restoration of blood vessels
Etymology
'angioplerosis' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'angeion' meaning 'vessel' and 'plērōsis' meaning 'filling'.
'angioplerosis' was formed in modern medical terminology by combining Greek roots to describe the process of blood vessel restoration.
Initially, it meant 'filling of vessels', but over time it evolved into its current medical meaning of 'restoration or refilling of blood vessels after injury or disease'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of filling or restoration of blood vessels, especially after injury or disease.
Angioplerosis is important in the healing of vascular injuries.
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Last updated: 2025/08/08 05:36