angiectopia

/ændʒiːkˈtɒpiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare congenital anomaly characterized by multiple small blood vessels on the skin.

“The patient was diagnosed with a severe case of angiectopia after presenting unusual skin lesions.”

2. noun

A condition where there are multiple small blood vessels on the skin, often associated with various health issues.

“The doctor examined the patient’s skin to determine the extent of their angiectopia and plan a course of treatment.”

Synonyms

  • angioma
  • hemangioma

Antonyms

  • normovascular