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title: "Neointima"
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source: "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neointima"
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category: "reference"
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tags: "science, encyclopedia"
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date_saved: "2026-05-05T07:31:03.124624+00:00"
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instance: "kb-cron"
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Neointima typically refers to scar tissue that forms within tubular anatomical structures such as blood vessels, as the intima is the innermost lining of these structures. Neointima can form as a result of vascular surgery such as angioplasty or stent placement. Formation of neointima occurs due to proliferation of smooth muscle cells as well as macrophages.
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== References == |