Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
endarterectomy
noun
/ˌɛn.dərˌtɛr.ɪkˈtɑː.mi/
Definition
A surgical procedure to remove the inner lining of an artery that has become narrowed or blocked.
Examples
- The doctor recommended an endarterectomy to improve blood flow to the brain.
- After suffering from severe symptoms, she underwent an endarterectomy to clear the blockage in her carotid artery.
Meaning
Endarterectomy is used primarily to treat arterial blockages, especially in the carotid artery, to reduce the risk of stroke.
Synonyms
- Artery bypass surgery
- Arterial grafting
- Vascular surgery
