revascularization

[ ree-vas-kyuh-ler-uh-zey-shuh n ]
/ riˌvæs kyə lər əˈzeɪ ʃən /

noun

the restoration of the blood circulation of an organ or area, achieved by unblocking obstructed or disrupted blood vessels or by surgically implanting replacements.

Origin of revascularization

First recorded in 1950–55; revascularize + -ation

Words nearby revascularization

Medical definitions for revascularization

revascularization
[ rē-văs′kyə-lər-ĭ-zāshən ]

n.

Reestablishment of blood supply to a part or organ.