Meaning Of The Word Stent

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What's The Definition Of Stent?

stent in American English
any of various materials or devices used to hold tissue in place; esp., a tubular device implanted inside a blood vessel to keep the vessel open
noun: a small, expandable tube used for inserting in a blocked vessel or other part

stent in British English
noun: a tube of plastic or sprung metal mesh placed inside a hollow tube to reopen it or keep it open; uses in surgery include preventing a blood vessel from closing, esp after angioplasty, and assisting healing after an anastomosis

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