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angiospasm

an·gi·o·spasm [ ánjee ə spàzzəm ] (plural an·gi·o·spasms)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. tightening of an artery: temporary total or partial closure of part of an artery caused by the contraction of the muscle cells in its wall

2. sudden tightening of blood vessel: a spasmodic contraction of a blood vessel

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