Definition

1. Noun:
   • Abnormal narrowing of the aortic valve: Aortic stenosis is a medical condition characterized by the constriction or narrowing of the opening of the aortic valve in the heart. This restricts the flow of blood from the left ventricle into the aorta.

Usage

• Aortic stenosis is typically used as a singular, uncountable noun to name the specific heart condition.
• It is a technical term used in medical contexts, including diagnosis, patient education, and clinical discussions.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The echocardiogram confirmed severe aortic stenosis.
  • Symptoms of aortic stenosis can include chest pain and shortness of breath.
  • Treatment for aortic stenosis may involve valve replacement surgery.

Advanced Usage

• "Calcific aortic stenosis": The most common form in adults, where the valve narrowing is caused by calcium buildup.
  • Calcific aortic stenosis often develops with aging.
• "Congenital aortic stenosis": A form present from birth.
  • The pediatric cardiologist monitored the child's congenital aortic stenosis.

Variants and Related Words

• Aortic (adj): Pertaining to the aorta, the main artery of the body.
  • The surgeon repaired the aortic aneurysm.
• Stenosis (n): The abnormal narrowing of a passage in the body.
  • Spinal stenosis can cause back pain.

Synonyms

• Aortic valve stenosis: A more precise synonym.
• Aortic valve narrowing: A descriptive, less technical synonym.

Related Phrases

• "Symptomatic aortic stenosis": Refers to the condition when it is causing noticeable symptoms.
  • The guidelines recommend surgery for symptomatic aortic stenosis.
• "Critical aortic stenosis": A severe, life-threatening form requiring urgent intervention.
  • The patient was admitted with critical aortic stenosis.

Noun

1. abnormal narrowing of the aortic valve