| embolism |
(EM-bul-izm) A block in an artery caused by blood clots or other substances, such as fat globules, infected tissue, or cancer cells.
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| embolism |
The blockage of an artery by an embolus (see below).
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| embolization |
the insertion of a substance through a catheter into a blood vessel to stop hemorrhaging, or excessive bleeding.
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| emboli |
Tissue fragment that travels through the circulatory system and can obstruct blood flow.
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| embolization |
passage of a solid material through the blood stream that may result in blockage of some blood vessels.
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