arteriovenous malformation en · NOUN
Meanings
- A congenital disorder in which arteries are connected directly to veins rather than through capillaries that distribute oxygen and nutrients. These connections, often called a nidus, can be extremely fragile and prone to bleeding.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| arteriovenous malformations | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
Also known by the abbreviation AVM
Translations (2)
cs arteriovenózní malformace (disorder of the veins and arteries) · pt malformação arteriovenosa (disorder of the veins and arteries)