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Embolism

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Definition: Blocking of a blood vessel by an embolus which can be a blood clot or other undissolved material in the blood stream.  general; prefer specifics; coordinate with specific blood vessel   
See Also Embolectomy
Examples Embolism, Air; Embolism, Amniotic Fluid; Embolism, Fat; Pulmonary Embolism
Other names Embolus; Embolisms
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSource
Fibrocartilaginous embolism  0   *Cartilage Diseases *Embolism.

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