Aneurysmal

/ˌænəˈrɪzməl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or affected by an aneurysm, which is a bulge or weakening in an artery wall that can burst and cause dangerous bleeding.

Etymology

From aneurysm (from Greek ana- 'up' + eurynein 'to widen') plus the adjective suffix -al. This is the modern standard spelling, replacing the older 'aneurismal.'

Kelly Says

Aneurysmal bone cysts are a perfect example of how medical terminology can be confusing—they're not actually cysts and have nothing to do with aneurysms in blood vessels, but doctors named them that because of how they look on X-rays!

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