angiogenesis
[ˌændʒioʊˈdʒɛnəsɪs]
nounfemininepl: angiogeneses
angiogênese
1. The physiological process through which new blood vessels develop from pre-existing vessels
Angiogenesis is crucial for tumor growth and metastasis in cancer patients.
A angiogênese é crucial para o crescimento de tumores e metástase em pacientes com câncer.
2. The formation of new capillaries from endothelial cells
Wound healing depends on angiogenesis to restore blood supply to damaged tissue.
A cicatrização de feridas depende da angiogênese para restaurar o fluxo sanguíneo no tecido danificado.
3. A biological process essential for embryonic development and tissue repair
Researchers are studying angiogenesis inhibitors as a potential cancer treatment.
Pesquisadores estão estudando inibidores de angiogênese como um possível tratamento do câncer.
This term is primarily used in medical, scientific, and academic contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is especially prominent in oncology and developmental biology research. In Brazil, the term 'angiogênese' is widely recognized in medical schools and research institutions, while in Portugal the spelling follows European Portuguese conventions. The study of angiogenesis has become increasingly important in pharmaceutical development and personalized medicine approaches to cancer treatment.
Related Idioms & Phrases
inhibit angiogenesis - impedir a angiogênese
promote angiogenesis - promover a angiogênese
angiogenesis-dependent tumor - tumor dependente de angiogênese
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