"Stenotic" describes a narrowing or constriction in the diameter of a bodily passage or orifice. This means a normal opening or tube within the body has become smaller than it should be.
Examples of Stenosis
The reference mentions several specific types of stenosis:
- Aortic stenosis
- Mitral stenosis
- Pulmonary stenosis
- Spinal stenosis
- Subaortic stenosis
- Esophageal stenosis
Each of these refers to a narrowing in a particular location within the body (aorta, mitral valve, pulmonary artery/valve, spinal canal, area below the aorta, and esophagus, respectively).
Why is Stenosis Important?
A narrowing can impede the normal flow of fluids (like blood or digestive contents) or other substances through the affected passage, potentially leading to various health problems depending on the location and severity of the narrowing.
