Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stenosed
Adjective
/stəˈnoʊzd/
Definition
Having a narrowing or constriction, often referring to a blood vessel or passage in the body.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with a stenosed artery that required surgery.
- Stenosed blood vessels can lead to serious health complications.
- The doctor explained that a stenosed valve might necessitate a replacement.
Meaning
The term ‘stenosed’ is used in medical contexts to describe a condition in which a passage or vessel in the body is abnormally narrowed, which can restrict blood flow or other bodily functions.
Synonyms
- narrowed
- constricted
- restricted
