Severely stenotic

What does "Severely stenotic" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Severely stenotic" is a term used in medicine to describe a condition where a passage or tube in the body has become very narrow. This could be a blood vessel, a valve in the heart, or any other tube-like structure in the body. The narrowing can cause problems because it restricts the flow of blood or other fluids, which can affect the function of the body part that the tube is supposed to be supplying. The severity of the condition can vary, but "severely stenotic" means the narrowing is quite significant.

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