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varicose

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varicose /var·i·cose/ (var´ĭ-kōs) variceal or variciform; of the nature of or pertaining to a varix; unnaturally and permanently distended.
var·i·cose (vr-ks)
adj.
Relating to, affected with, or characterized by varices or varicosis.

varicose
[ver′əkōs]
Etymology: L, varix
abnormally swollen or dilated.

varicose
of the nature of or pertaining to a varix; unnaturally and permanently distended (said of a vein); variciform.

varicose scrotal tumor
benign vascular proliferation in dogs; resembles cavernous hemangioma.
varicose veins
are uncommonly found in animals except on the scrotum of old bulls, in the dorsal wall of the vagina in mares and on the prepuce in stallions. May also be associated with arteriovenous fistulae.


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