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n. - (biology) a narrowing or constriction of a vessel or canal; Tight or narrow compression.

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  • Distinct from this diffuse and moderate stenosis at the isthmus is the condition known as coarctation of the aorta, or marked stenosis often amounting to complete...
  • It is important that children born with coarctation of the aorta continue to see a cardiologist.
  • C. Crafoord and G. Nylin, Congenital coarctation of the aorta and its surgical treatment, J. Thoracic Surg.,
  • If the narrowing is mild, coarctation of the aorta might not be diagnosed until the child is older or even an adult.
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