👉 Distensible is a medical term that refers to the flexibility of the blood vessels in the body. In general, it describes how easily and freely the blood can flow through these vessels without causing any pain or discomfort. Distensibility is often measured using a pressure gauge, where the gauge measures the force required to distend (expand) a vessel by 1mm. Distensible tissues are those that have increased elasticity and tenderness, making them more prone to deformation and pressure points. Examples of such
