Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
recanalization
noun
/ˌriːˌkæn.əl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The process of restoring a previously blocked or closed channel, such as a blood vessel.
Examples
- The recanalization of the artery improved blood flow to the heart.
- After treatment, doctors observed recanalization in the affected blood vessels.
Meaning
Recanalization refers to creating or re-establishing a channel or pathway that was once obstructed. This is often used in medical contexts, particularly regarding blood flow in arteries or veins.
Synonyms
- Reopening
- Unblocking
- Restoration
