The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word VASODILATOR
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The straight part
We know that "Aorta's vol. I can change, diameter having been restricted?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case aorta's vol. i can change, diameter having been restricted? = vasodilator.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does VASODILATOR mean?
VASODILATOR noun- A drug or chemical agent that causes dilation of the blood vessels thereby reducing blood pressure.