angiorrhexis
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/ˌændʒi.oʊˈrɛksɪs/
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/ˌændʒi.əˈrɛksɪs/
rupture of a blood vessel
Etymology
Etymology Information
'angiorrhexis' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'angeion' meaning 'vessel' and 'rhēxis' meaning 'rupture'.
Historical Evolution
'angiorrhexis' was formed in modern medical terminology by combining the Greek roots 'angeion' and 'rhēxis', and has been used in English medical literature since the late 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'rupture of a vessel', and this meaning has remained unchanged in modern medical usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/08/08 07:06