Hypervascularization
Hypervascularization refers to an abnormal increase in the number or size of blood vessels in a tissue or organ. This process, also known as angiogenesis, is a normal physiological response involved in wound healing, embryonic development, and the female reproductive cycle. However, it can also be a pathological phenomenon associated with various diseases.
In the context of disease, hypervascularization can occur in tumors, where it provides the necessary blood
Beyond cancer, hypervascularization can be seen in other conditions, including inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, where