revascularization

noun

re·​vas·​cu·​lar·​i·​za·​tion ˌrē-ˌva-skyə-lə-rə-ˈzā-shən How to pronounce revascularization (audio)
: a surgical procedure for the provision of a new, additional, or augmented blood supply to a body part or organ

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The team then analyzed how frequently these women died from heart issues or developed major adverse cardiovascular events like heart attack, coronary revascularization, or ischemic stroke over the course of 30 years. Sarah Garone, Health, 9 Sep. 2025 The division has created ground-breaking products such as large bore catheters, revascularization devices, and embolic systems, all of which have delivered very real impact in the lives of millions of people. Forbes, 26 Dec. 2022

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First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of revascularization was in 1951

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“Revascularization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/revascularization. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.

Medical Definition

revascularization

noun
re·​vas·​cu·​lar·​iza·​tion ˈrē-ˌvas-kyə-lə-rə-ˈzā-shən How to pronounce revascularization (audio)
: a surgical procedure for the provision of a new, augmented, or restored blood supply to a body part or organ
myocardial revascularization
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