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What does the suffix stenosis mean?

The suffix stenosis means narrowing or constriction. It usually refers to a narrowing of a body passage, duct, or opening.

Here are some examples:

* Aortic stenosis: Narrowing of the aortic valve, which is the valve that controls blood flow from the heart to the body.

* Tracheal stenosis: Narrowing of the trachea, the airway that carries air to the lungs.

* Spinal stenosis: Narrowing of the spinal canal, which is the space within the spine that houses the spinal cord and nerves.

The suffix stenosis is often used in medical terminology to describe a variety of conditions that involve narrowing or constriction.

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