pyloric stenosis

noun

, Pathology.

1. an abnormal narrowing of the valve at the outlet from the stomach, preventing normal passage of food into the small intestine.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pyloric stenosis¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

Leiland-James then started crying more and losing weight, leading to an eventual diagnosis of pyloric stenosis, a narrowing of the small intestine which was stopping milk from reaching his stomach.

From BBC

Armed with this knowledge Mr Gower took Finley back to his local hospital where after blood tests the diagnosis of pyloric stenosis was confirmed.

From BBC

A few hours later, the hospital’s sonogram report suggested pyloric stenosis, a condition caused by a tight muscle that prevents food from exiting the stomach and entering the intestines.

From Washington Post

Doctors have known that using the antibiotic erythromycin can increase the risk of pyloric stenosis in infants.

From US News

Ulcers and Cancer Risk Q. I was diagnosed four months ago with large ulcers in the pyloric channel and with associated pyloric stenosis.

From New York Times