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intravasation

intravasation

9.9
Entry of cells or fluid into a blood vessel
  • noun
  • /ˌɪntrəˈvæseɪʃən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : intravasación
  • The spread of tumor cells by intravasation is a critical step in the process of metastasis.

Examples

  • During the procedure, accidental intravasation of contrast dye was carefully monitored.

  • The intravasation of fluid can lead to serious complications.

  • Researchers studied the factors that facilitate intravasation during cancer progression.

  • Did the doctor explain the risks of intravasation?

  • The spread of tumor cells by intravasation is a critical step in the process of metastasis.

  • During the procedure, accidental intravasation of contrast dye was carefully monitored.

  • The intravasation of fluid can lead to serious complications.

Surface Forms

intravasation singular
intravasations plural

Morphology

intravasation = intravasate (semi-transparent) = intra + vas + ation

Built from 'intra-' (within) + the combining form 'vas' (vessel) with the noun-forming '-ation'; the medical combining form 'vas' is technical, so the relation is only partially obvious to general learners.

Etymology

Intravasation is made of intra- 'within' and vas 'vessel'. It means the process of something going 'into' a blood vessel, which is why doctors use it for fluid or cells that enter the blood.