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Technical
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arteriosclerosis
Pronunciation: ar-TEER-ee-oh-skluh-ROH-sis
Thickening and hardening of arterial walls, often used interchangeably with atherosclerosis in medical documentation.
Full Definition
A pathological condition characterized by thickening, hardening, and loss of elasticity of arterial walls. While technically distinct from atherosclerosis, the terms are frequently used synonymously in clinical practice and medical documentation. Editors should be aware that some medical writers distinguish between the two, with arteriosclerosis being the broader term encompassing all forms of arterial hardening.
Usage
Usage note: Often confused with atherosclerosis; some authors use the terms interchangeably while others maintain technical distinctions.
In Context
- "The patient presented with advanced arteriosclerosis affecting multiple vessel territories." — surgical case report
- "Diabetes mellitus accelerates the progression of arteriosclerosis in peripheral vessels." — medical review article
Also known as
arterial sclerosis
Don't confuse with
atherosclerosis