noun
- the state or condition of lacking blood vessels or having an insufficient blood supply
Usage: medical/anatomical term; often used in pathology and clinical contexts
Examples
- The avascularity of the cornea allows it to remain transparent for clear vision.
- Avascularity in the tumor tissue made it difficult for the cancer to grow beyond a certain size.
- The surgeon noted the avascularity of the scar tissue during the examination.
- Bone necrosis can result from prolonged avascularity in the affected region.
- The avascularity of cartilage means it heals more slowly than other tissues.