Angiogenesis (also known as Angiogeneses): Formation of new blood vessels, which is controlled by chemical signals in the body, such as VASCULAR ENDOTHELIAL GROWTH FACTOR (VEGF). This process involves the migration, growth, and differentiation of ENDOTHELIAL CELLS, which line the inside wall of blood vessels.

NIH MeSH · D000096482Phenomena and Processes

Angiogenesis

Also known asAngiogeneses

Definition

Formation of new blood vessels, which is controlled by chemical signals in the body, such as VASCULAR ENDOTHELIAL GROWTH FACTOR (VEGF). This process involves the migration, growth, and differentiation of ENDOTHELIAL CELLS, which line the inside wall of blood vessels.

MeSH classification

  • G09.330.020

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Common questions about Angiogenesis

What does Angiogenesis mean in medicine?
Formation of new blood vessels, which is controlled by chemical signals in the body, such as VASCULAR ENDOTHELIAL GROWTH FACTOR (VEGF). This process involves the migration, growth, and differentiation of ENDOTHELIAL CELLS, which line the inside wall of blood vessels. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Angiogenesis known by any other names?
Yes. Angiogenesis is also referred to as Angiogeneses in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Angiogenesis sit in the medical classification?
Angiogenesis falls under the broader medical category "Phenomena and Processes" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: G09.330.020). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000096482) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗