embolism

Meanings

• Noun

  A condition in which a blood clot or other solid substance obstructs a blood vessel, causing decreased blood flow to an organ or extremity.

  - "The patient suffered an embolism in the lung, causing shortness of breath."
  - "The doctor performed an emergency procedure to remove the embolism from the patient's leg."

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Variants

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embolism , embolismic , embolisms

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'embolos,' meaning 'a blockage' or 'a plug,' referring to the obstruction caused by a blood clot or other substance.

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Trivia

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1. Embolism is the third leading cause of stroke.

2. Embolism can occur in any blood vessel in the body, from the smallest capillaries to the largest arteries.

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1. Thrombosis: A condition in which a blood clot forms in a blood vessel, obstructing blood flow. Embolism is a complication of thrombosis when the clot dislodges and travels to another part of the body.

2. Infarction: Tissue death caused by the lack of blood flow to an organ or extremity. Embolism can result in infarction when a blood clot obstructs the blood supply to an area.

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Embolism has been a significant topic in medical literature and research due to its potential life-threatening consequences. It has been extensively studied in the context of various diseases, including deep vein thrombosis, heart disease, and stroke.

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2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'embolism' with the concept of a blockage or obstruction in a blood vessel.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Embolism is a blockage in a blood vessel' to remember the definition.

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