extravascular

adjective

ex·​tra·​vas·​cu·​lar ˌek-strə-ˈva-skyə-lər How to pronounce extravascular (audio)
: not occurring or contained in body vessels
extravascular tissue fluids

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The Enlighten Study is collecting more information about extravascular ICDs, to help researchers and the public better understand their long-term outcomes. Ciara McCarthy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of extravascular was in 1804

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“Extravascular.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/extravascular. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

Medical Definition

extravascular

adjective
ex·​tra·​vas·​cu·​lar ˌek-strə-ˈvas-kyə-lər How to pronounce extravascular (audio)
: not occurring or contained in body vessels
extravascular pulmonary fluid
extravascular hemolysis
extravascularly adverb
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