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revascularization

American

[ree-vas-kyuh-ler-uh-zey-shuhn] / riˌvæs kjə lər əˈzeɪ ʃən /

noun

the restoration of the blood circulation of an organ or area, achieved by unblocking obstructed or disrupted blood vessels or by surgically implanting replacements.

Etymology

Origin of revascularization

First recorded in 1950–55; revascularize + -ation

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Questions still remain about whether colchicine influences overall mortality or reduces the need for procedures such as coronary revascularization.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 12, 2025

"In patients with moderate narrowing or blockage of the arteries, there can be ambiguity about who would benefit from invasive testing and revascularization procedures," Dr. Randhawa said.

From Science Daily ● Apr. 11, 2024

A revascularization procedure was performed in 40%, 25.9%, and 18.9%.

From Forbes ● Mar. 9, 2015

The primary endpoint was the composite of death, stroke, MI, repeat revascularization, or new renal-replacement therapy at 30 days and one year.

From Forbes ● Mar. 11, 2013

All agree that revascularization, like all heart surgery, is risky.

From Time Magazine Archive

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