angiokinetic

/ˌæŋɡiɒkɪˈnetɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or caused by the growth of new blood vessels, especially in tumors.

“The angiokinetic properties of the cancer cells made it difficult to treat.”

2. noun

a substance that stimulates the growth of new blood vessels.

“The researchers studied the angiokinetic factors involved in tumor growth.”

Synonyms

  • hemangiogenic
  • vascular

Antonyms

  • antiangiogenic
  • vessel-suppressing