Atresia
noun
Atresia refers to the congenital absence or narrowing of a normal body opening or passage, often affecting an organ or system.
The newborn was diagnosed with esophageal atresia, requiring immediate medical intervention.
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Formal
esophageal atresia,biliary atresia,intestinal atresia
noun
The absence of a normal body opening, usually due to developmental anomalies during pregnancy.
Atresia can affect the gastrointestinal tract, causing serious complications.
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Technical
atresia of the ear,atresia of the vagina,pyloric atresia
noun
Atresia refers to the congenital absence or narrowing of a normal body opening or passage, often affecting an organ or system.
The newborn was diagnosed with esophageal atresia, requiring immediate medical intervention.
Usage tips
Formal
esophageal atresia,biliary atresia,intestinal atresia
noun
The absence of a normal body opening, usually due to developmental anomalies during pregnancy.
Atresia can affect the gastrointestinal tract, causing serious complications.
Usage tips
Technical
atresia of the ear,atresia of the vagina,pyloric atresia
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use in medical discussions when explaining congenital conditions
A doctor might say, 'This patient has biliary atresia which requires surgery.'
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
The term is primarily used in formal medical contexts
Avoid using it in casual conversations about health.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural
Different cultures may have varying terminologies for similar conditions
Understand local terms in healthcare settings.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use in medical discussions when explaining congenital conditions
A doctor might say, 'This patient has biliary atresia which requires surgery.'
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
The term is primarily used in formal medical contexts
Avoid using it in casual conversations about health.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural
Different cultures may have varying terminologies for similar conditions
Understand local terms in healthcare settings.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use in medical discussions when explaining congenital conditions
A doctor might say, 'This patient has biliary atresia which requires surgery.'
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
The term is primarily used in formal medical contexts
Avoid using it in casual conversations about health.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural
Different cultures may have varying terminologies for similar conditions
Understand local terms in healthcare settings.
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