noun

vasodilation

/ˌveɪsoʊdaɪˈleɪʃən/ · say it: VAY·so·dy·LAY·shun

the widening of blood vessels

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1. (noun) the widening of blood vessels, which increases blood flow and lowers blood pressure

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The medication causes vasodilation to help improve blood flow to the heart.

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vasodilation

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