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microvessel

 

[ ˈmaɪkrəʊˌvɛsəl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical term

A small blood vessel, typically one in the microcirculation.

Synonyms

capillary, microcirculation vessel, small blood vessel.

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Word Description / Examples
microvessel

Used in scientific and medical writing when referring to very small blood vessels in a general sense.

  • The tumor was surrounded by numerous microvessels
  • Researchers are studying the role of microvessels in tissue regeneration
capillary

Commonly used in biology and medical contexts to describe the small blood vessels that connect arterioles and venules; essential for nutrient and gas exchange.

  • Red blood cells travel through capillaries to deliver oxygen to tissues
  • The fine network of capillaries ensures that cells receive nutrients
small blood vessel

General term suitable for use in less technical settings or when explaining concepts to a broader audience.

  • Small blood vessels are crucial for supplying blood to the body's tissues
  • Damage to small blood vessels can cause serious health issues
microcirculation vessel

Technical term used in medical or research contexts to refer to the small blood vessels involved in the microcirculation system, including arterioles, capillaries, and venules.

  • Impaired function of microcirculation vessels can lead to tissue hypoxia
  • The study aimed to analyze the flow dynamics within microcirculation vessels

Examples of usage

  • The drug is designed to target microvessels in the tumor.
  • Microvessel density is an important factor in cancer prognosis.
  • Damage to the microvessels can result in poor tissue perfusion.
  • The microvessel wall is composed of endothelial cells.
  • Microvessel formation plays a key role in angiogenesis.

Translations

Translations of the word "microvessel" in other languages:

🇵🇹 microvaso

🇮🇳 सूक्ष्मपात्रिका

🇩🇪 Mikrogefäß

🇮🇩 mikropembuluh

🇺🇦 мікросудина

🇵🇱 mikronaczynie

🇯🇵 微小血管

🇫🇷 microvaisseau

🇪🇸 microvessel

🇹🇷 mikrodamar

🇰🇷 미세혈관

🇸🇦 مِيكروقَطْر

🇨🇿 mikroplavidlo

🇸🇰 mikrocievka

🇨🇳 微血管

🇸🇮 mikrožilica

🇮🇸 smáæð

🇰🇿 микроқантамыр

🇬🇪 მიკროსისხლძარღვი

🇦🇿 mikrogəmilər

🇲🇽 microvessel

Etymology

The term 'microvessel' originates from the combination of 'micro-' meaning small, and 'vessel' referring to a tube or duct through which fluid passes. It is commonly used in the medical field to describe small blood vessels in the microcirculation system.

See also: vessels.