aortomalacia

/ɔːrtɒməˈleɪʃə/

Definitions

1. noun

A medical condition characterized by the softening of the wall of the aorta.

“The patient was diagnosed with aortomalacia, which required immediate surgical intervention to prevent further complications.”

Synonyms

  • aortic dilation
  • aortic insufficiency

Antonyms

  • aortic stenosis
  • aortosis