Vascular Health Dictionary

Vascular: From 4 Different Sources


Relating to the blood vessels (see circulatory system).
Health Source: BMA Medical Dictionary
Author: The British Medical Association
Relating to the blood vessels.
Health Source: Herbal Medical
Author: Health Dictionary

Peripheral Vascular Disease

The narrowing of the blood vessels in the legs and, less commonly, in the arms. Blood ?ow is restricted, with pain occurring in the affected area. If the blood supply is seriously reduced, GANGRENE of the tissues supplied by the affected vessel(s) may occur and the limb may need to be amputated. The common cause is ATHEROSCLEROSIS which may be brought on by HYPERTENSION, excessively fatty diet, poorly controlled DIABETES MELLITUS or smoking – the latter being the biggest risk factor, with 90 per cent of affected patients having been moderate to heavy smokers. Stopping smoking is essential; adequate exercise and a low-fat diet are important measures. Surgery may be required.... peripheral vascular disease

Vascular Dementia

see dementia.... vascular dementia

Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor

(VEGF) a *growth factor made by both normal cells and their abnormal or malignant counterparts to stimulate new blood vessel formation (see angiogenesis). It can be targeted by a family of drugs known as *angiogenesis inhibitors, which include *bevacizumab.... vascular endothelial growth factor

Vascularization

n. the development of blood vessels (usually capillaries) within a tissue.... vascularization

Vascular System

see cardiovascular system.... vascular system



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