Aortosclerosis

/eɪˌɔːrtoʊskləˈroʊsɪs/ noun

Definition

The hardening and thickening of the aorta due to accumulation of plaque, calcium, or other deposits in its walls, a form of arteriosclerosis affecting the main artery.

Etymology

From Greek 'aorta' (the main artery) plus 'sclerosis' (hardening). This term emerged in medical literature as physicians recognized and studied age-related and disease-related hardening of the aorta specifically.

Kelly Says

Aortosclerosis is what happens when the aorta loses its flexibility—instead of stretching and bouncing back with each heartbeat, it becomes stiff and brittle, making your heart work harder and raising blood pressure throughout your body.

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