Examples of dilate

• The interatrial communication was noted to be small and the ascending aorta was dilated, measuring 35 mm in diameter.

• The third triplet, however, had 'absent pulmonary valve syndrome', with grossly dilated pulmonary arteries.

• The timing of its measurement should be standardized in regard to selection of the appropriate sized balloons for dilating stenotic pulmonary valves.

• There is no auto regulation, and the vessels are essentially maximally dilated in the resting state with very low baseline resistance.

• So dilating upon offstage is to be 'then and there'; thus it is a foreign tongue; a language with an unknown grammar.

• In acute angle-closure glaucoma the trabecular meshwork is obstructed by the iris as it dilates, resulting in a rapid pressure rise, pain and decreased vision.

• Recurrences of stenoses in previously dilated pathways, and new stenoses in previously unobstructed pathways, are commonly seen at follow-up.

• Pupils were dilated with topical atropine sulfate (2%) and the nictitating membranes were retracted with phenylephrine hydrochloride (10%).