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recanalization

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[ree-kan-l-uh-zey-shuhn, ree-kuh-nal-] / riˌkæn l əˈzeɪ ʃən, ˌri kəˌnæl- /

noun

Surgery.

  1. the reopening of a previously occluded passageway within a blood vessel.

Etymology

Origin of recanalization

First recorded in 1950–55; re- + canalize + -ation

Example Sentences

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We should think about treating both the myocardial infarction both by quick recanalization of the vessel to restore oxygenated blood supply and also by targeting immune cells to mitigate the arrhythmic effects of the injury.

From Science Daily • Oct. 13, 2025

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