aortoclasia

/ɔːrtəˈkliːziə/

Definitions

1. noun

a condition in which there is a partial or complete dissection of the aorta, often due to a congenital defect or trauma.

“The patient was diagnosed with aortoclasia due to the severe tear in the aorta.”

Synonyms

  • aortic dissection
  • aortitis

Antonyms

  • aortic integrity
  • healthy aorta