aneurysm

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n. a cardiovascular disease characterized by a saclike widening of an artery resulting from weakening of the artery wall

n. 动脉瘤
[医] 动脉瘤

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aneurysm 源自希腊语 aneurysma，意为“扩张”。其中 aneur- 表示“扩展”，-ysm 是名词后缀。可以记住“扩张的病变”。

例句

1. The doctor explained that an aneurysm can be very dangerous if it bursts.

医生解释说，如果动脉瘤破裂，会非常危险。

2. Regular check-ups can help detect an aneurysm before it causes serious problems.

定期检查可以帮助在动脉瘤引发严重问题之前发现它。

3. He had to undergo surgery to repair the aneurysm in his brain.

他需要接受手术来修复他大脑中的动脉瘤。