Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
varix
Noun
ˈværɪks
Definition
A varix is an enlarged or dilated vein, often associated with conditions like varicose veins.
Examples
- The patient’s varix was treated with minimally invasive surgery.
- Varices can occur in the esophagus due to liver disease.
- He was diagnosed with a varix in one of his legs.
Meaning
In medical terminology, a varix refers to a specific type of abnormal vein that has become swollen, typically due to increased pressure or a dysfunction in the vein’s valves.
Synonyms
- dilated vein
- enlarged vein
- varicosity
