adjective
- relating to or affecting the aorta, the main artery that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body
Usage: medical
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with aortic stenosis.
- Aortic valve replacement surgery was scheduled for next week.
- High blood pressure can cause aortic damage over time.
- The doctor listened for aortic murmurs during the examination.
- Aortic aneurysms can be life-threatening if left untreated.
- The cardiologist specializes in aortic disorders.