aortectasia

/ˌɑɔr.tɛkˈtɛzɪ.ə/

Definitions

1. noun

enlargement of the aorta

“The patient was diagnosed with aortectasia, which was causing her high blood pressure.”

Synonyms

  • aortic dilatation
  • aortic ectasia

Antonyms

  • aortoconstriction