Stenosis

/stəˈnoʊ.sɪs/

noun

Stenosis is a medical term that refers to the abnormal narrowing of a passage in the body, such as blood vessels or other tubular structures.

The patient's aortic stenosis led to serious complications in heart function.

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Formal

spinal stenosis, aortic stenosis, mitral stenosis

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Medical usage

In medical contexts, stenosis specifically refers to anatomical narrowing and should be used when discussing health conditions. Example: 'He was diagnosed with spinal stenosis.'

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Complications

Stenosis can lead to serious health issues; it’s crucial to understand its implications. Example: 'She experienced symptoms due to vascular stenosis.'

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Understanding types

Different types of stenosis (e.g., aortic vs. pulmonary) can affect treatment options. Example: 'Aortic stenosis requires monitoring for heart issues.'

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stenoticnarrowocclusionhypoplasiaconstriction

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