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endarteritis /end·ar·ter·i·tis/ (end″ahr-ter-i´tis) inflammation of the tunica intima of an artery.
Endarteritis Chronic inflammation of the inner layer of arteries. Mentioned in: Retinal Artery Occlusion endarteritis [en′därtərī′tis] Etymology: Gk, endon + arteria + itis, inflammation inflammation of the inner layer of one or more arteries, which may become partially or completely occluded. Also called acute endarteritis. endarteritis inflammation of the innermost coat (tunica intima) of an artery. endarteritis obliterans a form in which the lumen of the smaller vessels becomes narrowed or obliterated as a result of proliferation of the tissue of the intimal layer. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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We reviewed the pathologic specimens of this case and confirmed the presence of abundant giant cells, endarteritis A case of calcification of the arteries and obliterative endarteritis associated with hydronephrosis in a child aged six months. Pathologic findings showed granulomatous inflammation with caseation necrosis, foreign body-type giant cells, and proliferative endarteritis with vascular occlusions. |
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