angiogenesis

/ændʒɪˌɒdʒəˈnɛsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

the process by which new blood vessels form from pre-existing ones, often in response to injury or hypoxia.

“The growth of cancer is often fueled by angiogenesis, allowing the tumor to receive a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients.”

Synonyms

  • neovascularization
  • vascularization

Antonyms

  • apoptosis
  • necrosis