adventitial

/ˌæd.vɛnˈtɪʃ.i.əl/
adjective
  1. Relating to the adventitia, the outermost layer of a blood vessel or organ.
    • Adventitial cells help repair damage to the outer vessel wall.
    • Adventitial fibrosis can stiffen arteries and affect blood flow.
    • The adventitial layer contains nerves and small blood vessels.
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