vascularization

noun

vas·​cu·​lar·​i·​za·​tion ˌva-skyə-lə-rə-ˈzā-shən 

: the process of becoming vascular

also : abnormal or excessive formation of blood vessels (as in the retina or on the cornea)

Examples of vascularization in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Transporting metabolites, feedstocks and waste within a multicellular organism can be accomplished through vascularization. —Melik Demirel, Forbes, 20 Apr. 2023

The fossils found there tend to be exceptionally well-preserved—sometimes even showing vascularization—thanks to the impact of seasonal monsoons. —Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 8 Mar. 2022

Word History

Etymology

vascular + -ization

First Known Use

1818, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

vascularization

noun

vas·​cu·​lar·​iza·​tion

variants also British vascularisation

ˌvas-kyə-lə-rə-ˈzā-shən 

: the process of becoming vascular

also : abnormal or excessive formation of blood vessels (as in the retina or on the cornea)