arteriolith

/ɑːrtɪəˈlaɪθ/

Definitions

1. noun

A small rock or stone found in an artery or blood vessel, often causing a blockage.

“The doctor explained to the patient that the arteriolith had caused the blockage in her artery.”

Synonyms

  • arterial stone
  • vascular calculus

Antonyms

  • artery cleanser
  • blood thinner