Definition of Fusiform aneurysm

Fusiform aneurysm: A vascular outpouching shaped like a spindle. A fusiform widening of an artery or vein. An aneurysm is a localized widening (dilatation) of an artery, vein, or the heart. At the area of an aneurysm, there is typically a bulge and the wall is weakened and may rupture. The word "aneurysm" comes from the Greek "aneurysma" meaning "a widening."

Common Misspellings: fusiform anuerism, fusiform anerysm, fusiform aneuresym, fusiform aneuysm, fusiform anuerysm, fusiform anurism