microvascularization

noun

The formation of very fine blood vessels

Scrabble 38

Meanings

nounmicrovascularization (uncountable)
  1. uncountableThe formation of very fine blood vessels

    These blood-pool contrast agents theoretically lead to enhancement restricted to structures with an increased microvascularization and are not retained in the fibrous tissue [19 ].

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“microvascularization.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/microvascularization. Accessed November 3, 2026.

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WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “microvascularization,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/microvascularization.

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