Angioinvasion


December 10, 2023


angioinvasion

Angioinvasion in pathology refers to the invasion of blood vessels by tumour cells or other pathological processes. This term is most commonly used in the context of cancer, where angioinvasion indicates that malignant (cancerous) cells are invading into and potentially spreading through the blood vessels. This process can lead to metastasis, which is the spread of cancer cells from the primary tumor site to distant organs or tissues in the body. Angioinvasion is considered a marker of aggressive disease and can have implications for prognosis and treatment decisions. It is a critical factor in evaluating the potential for cancer dissemination and in determining the stage of the cancer.

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