Mönck·e·berg's arteriosclerosis (m ng k -bûrgz , m ngk-, m ngk-brks)n. Arteriosclerosis of the peripheral arteries, especially in the legs of older adults, characterized by deposition of calcium in the medial coat. Also called Mönckeberg's calcification, Mönckeberg's sclerosis. |
arteriosclerosis
a group of diseases of humans characterized by thickening and loss of elasticity of the arterial walls. Of no importance in animals.
Monckeberg's arteriosclerosis
medial calcific sclerosis of humans.
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