Aortic
Aortic
Aortic (/eɪˈɔːrtɪk/), derived from the Greek word 'aortē', refers to anything related to the aorta, the main and largest artery in the human body that carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body.
Etymology
The term 'aortic' is derived from the Greek word 'aortē', which means 'that which is hung up' or 'the great artery'. The term was first used in the English language in the mid-17th century.
Related Terms
- Aorta: The large main artery that carries blood from the left ventricle of the heart to branch arteries.
- Aortic Valve: A valve in the human heart between the left ventricle and the aorta.
- Aortic Dissection: A serious condition in which the inner layer of the aorta tears.
- Aortic Stenosis: A narrowing of the aortic valve opening.
- Aortic Aneurysm: An abnormal bulge that occurs in the wall of the major blood vessel (aorta) that carries blood from your heart to your body.
- Aortic Regurgitation: A condition that occurs when your heart's aortic valve doesn't close tightly.
Pronunciation
Aortic is pronounced as /eɪˈɔːrtɪk/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Aortic
- Wikipedia's article - Aortic
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