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telangiectasis
[ tel-an-jee-ek-tuh-sis ]
noun
Pathology.
plural telangiectases
- chronic dilatation of the capillaries and other small blood vessels.
telangiectasis
/ tɪˌlændʒɪɛkˈtætɪk; tɪˌlændʒɪɛkˈteɪzɪə; tɪˌlændʒɪˈɛktəsɪs /
noun
- pathol an abnormal dilation of the capillaries or terminal arteries producing blotched red spots, esp on the face or thighs
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Derived Forms
- telangiectatic, adjective
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Other yvlog Forms
- ٱ····ٲ· [tel-an-jee-ek-, tat, -ik], adjective
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yvlog History and Origins
Origin of telangiectasis1
1825–35; < New Latin < Greek é ( os ) end + Բî ( on ) receptacle + éٲ extension
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yvlog History and Origins
Origin of telangiectasis1
C19: New Latin, from Greek telos end + angeion vessel + ektasis dilation
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Telangiectasis consists of a new growth or enlargement of the cutaneous capillaries, usually appearing during middle adult life, and seated, for the most part, about the face.
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What is the treatment of telangiectasis?
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To what extent may telangiectasis develop?
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A diffuse telangiectasis, should it require treatment, may be gently touched with a needle-pointed galvanocaustic electrode at a number of sittings.
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The most common form of capillary angioma is the nævus or congenital telangiectasis.
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