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hematogenous

/hɛməˈtɒdʒɪnəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does hematogenous mean?

adjective

Originating from or caused by the blood; relating to or characterized by the spread of disease or infection through the bloodstream.

Example

"The hematogenous spread of cancer cells through the body made treatment extremely challenging."

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