Noun
Confinement to a narrow space.
Pressure; that which presses.
A stricture or narrowing, as of a canal, cavity, or orifice.
Source: Webster's dictionaryA coarctation of the aorta in a female is suggestive of Turner syndrome, and suggests the need for further tests, such as a karyotype. Source: Internet
Radio-femoral delay In coarctation of aorta, femoral pulse may be significantly delayed as compared to radial pulse (unless there is coexisting aortic regurgitation). Source: Internet
In the remainder, it is usually associated with cardiovascular or kidney abnormalities, including coarctation of the aorta. Source: Internet
It is usually isolated, but it may be seen in combination with other anomalies, particularly coarctation of the aorta. Source: Internet