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intima
This term is used exclusively within medical and anatomical contexts, specifically in histology and pathology. It describes the innermost lining of blood vessels, and its usage is restricted to professional scientific discourse rather than general conversation.
Because it refers to a specific anatomical structure, it is typically treated as a singular entity in clinical descriptions. While a plural form exists in technical literature to describe the linings of multiple vessels, the term is most frequently encountered in the singular when discussing the pathology of a specific vessel wall.
Meanings
Examples
The intima is the innermost layer of the arterial wall.
Plaque typically begins to accumulate within the intima.
Look closely at the slide to see the endothelial cells of the intima.
The damage to the intima can trigger a clotting response.
Is the intima thicker in the aorta than in smaller arteries?
A tear in the intima allows blood to enter the media layer.
The smooth surface of the intima reduces friction for blood flow.
I need to memorize the three layers of the vessel starting with the intima.
Chronic inflammation leads to hyperplasia of the intima.
Chronic inflammation leads to hyperplasia of the intima.