Concept · Stem Cell
Angiogenesis
Also known as: 혈관신생
Published 2026-09-14Updated 2026-09-14
Definition
Angiogenesis is the formation of new blood vessels; in fat grafting it determines whether transferred fat gains a blood supply and survives.
Key facts
| Predicate | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Definition (NCI) | Blood vessel formation | [1] |
Overview
New vessel growth from existing vessels supplies oxygen and nutrients to grafted tissue. Research on cell-assisted fat grafting proposes that stromal cells support angiogenesis in the graft, which is one hypothesized mechanism for improved retention.
References
Independent source ratio 100% (1/1)- Level A · governmentNCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms: angiogenesis — National Cancer Institute (NCI) · accessed 2026-09-14
Change history
Initial publication · 2026-09-14