Stenting

verb

Word Frequency: 0.3

Definitions

1.verbTo insert a stent or tube into a blood vessel.

2.verbTo keep within limits; to restrain; to cause to stop, or cease; to stint.

3.verbTo stint; to stop; to cease.

4.nounThe surgical act of placing a stent, or supporting tube, into an artery, esophagus, or other passage or conduit in the body.

"The chest pains were relieved by coronary stenting."

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