Abnormal dilatation or enlargement of the aorta, usually caused by disease or weakness in the aortic wall.
From Greek 'aortē' (aorta) plus 'ektasis' (dilation/stretching). Medical term combining root words to describe the pathological condition of an enlarged aorta.
Aortectasia is a dangerous condition where the aorta bulges outward like an aging tire—and here's the scary part: people can have it silently for years before it causes symptoms, which is why routine screening is crucial for certain genetic conditions!
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