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collateral circulation

n :  circulation of blood established through enlargement of minor vessels and anastomosis of vessels with those of adjacent parts when a major vein or artery is functionally impaired (as by obstruction) : also  :  the modified vessels through which such circulation occurs .
 
 

 
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