Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

atresia

Noun

/əˈtriː.zi.ə/

Definition

Atresia refers to the absence or closure of a natural passage or cavity in the body.

Examples

Esophageal atresia is a condition where the esophagus does not connect properly to the stomach.
The newborn was diagnosed with biliary atresia, which requires surgical intervention for treatment.

Meaning

It is often used in a medical context to describe conditions where an opening is missing or not fully formed, such as in the case of certain congenital conditions affecting organs or ducts.