Angiotenosis

/ˌændʒioʊtɛˈnoʊsɪs/ noun

Definition

A medical condition characterized by abnormal narrowing or tension within blood vessels, restricting blood flow.

Etymology

From Greek 'angion' (vessel) + 'tenosis' (narrowing under tension). This term combines vascular and tension-related roots to describe pressure-related vessel narrowing.

Kelly Says

Angiotenosis is different from simple stenosis because it emphasizes the tension and pressure involved—it's narrowing caused by vessels being abnormally squeezed under stress!

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