Neovascularization

ne·o·vas·cu·lar·i·za·tion (n-vsky-lr--zshn)

n.

1. Proliferation of blood vessels in tissue not normally containing them.

2. Proliferation of blood vessels of a different kind than usual in tissue.

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Neovascularization

Abnormal or excessive formation of blood vessels as in some retinal disorders.

Mentioned in: Inclusion Conjunctivitis, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Vein Occlusion, Retinopathies

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neovascularization

formation of new blood vessels.

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neovascularization The formation of new blood vessels–ie, capillary ingrowth and endothelial proliferation in unusual sites, a finding typical of so-called 'angiogenic diseases,' which include angiogenesis in tumor growth, diabetic retinopathy, hemangiomas, arthritis, psoriasis