aortic
IPA: eɪˈɔrtɪk
adjective
- Of or pertaining to the aorta or the aortic valve.
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Examples of "aortic" in Sentences
- The aortic valve controls blood flow from the heart's left ventricle to the aorta
- A dissecting aortic aneurysm occurs when a tear forms in the inner layer of the aorta
- High blood pressure can put strain on the aortic walls, leading to long-term damage
- Aortic stenosis is a condition in which the aortic valve narrows, obstructing blood flow
- The aortic arch curves over the top of the heart, connecting the ascending and descending aorta
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