aortitis
/ˌeɪɔrˈtaɪtɪs/
noun
- Inflammation of the aorta, often caused by infection or autoimmune disease.
- Doctors used a CT scan to confirm the diagnosis of aortitis.
- Aortitis can lead to weakening of the aortic wall if not treated promptly.
- The patient with aortitis complained of chest pain and fever.