stent
IPA: stˈɛnt
noun
- A slender tube inserted into a blood vessel, a ureter or the oesophagus in order to provide support and to prevent disease-induced closure.
- (archaic) An allotted portion; a stint.
- A surname.
verb
- (medicine) To insert a stent or tube into a blood vessel.
- (archaic) To keep within limits; to restrain; to cause to stop, or cease; to stint.
- (archaic) To stint; to stop; to cease.
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Examples of "stent" in Sentences
- The doctor recommended placing a stent in the blocked artery to improve blood flow
- My grandpa had to undergo surgery to have a stent inserted to help with his heart condition
- The stent is designed to keep the artery open and prevent it from becoming blocked again
- After the procedure, the patient may need to take medication to prevent any issues with the stent
- The stent successfully relieved the symptoms of chest pain and improved the patient's quality of life
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