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embolismObstruction of blood flow by an embolus—a substance (e.g., a blood clot, a fat globule from a crush injury, or a gas bubble) not normally present in the bloodstream. Obstruction of an artery to the brain may cause stroke. Pulmonary embolism (in the pulmonary artery or a branch) causes difficulty breathing, chest pain, and death of a section of lung tissue, with fever and rapid heartbeat. Embolism in a coronary artery can cause heart attack. See also thrombosis. embolism 1. the occlusion of a blood vessel by an embolus 2. Botany the blocking of a xylem vessel by an air bubble 3. RC Church a prayer inserted in the canon of the Mass between the Lord's Prayer and the breaking of the bread 4. another name (not in technical use) for embolus embolism [′em·bə‚liz·əm] (medicine) The blocking of a blood vessel by an embolus. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| However, there was widespread deterioration in performance in the management of less severe ED presentations (triage categories 2-5); a decline in the number of vaginal deliveries following caesarean; poor access to radiation oncology; and increases in postoperative pulmonary embolisms. One example is found in figures from the state of Maryland where, of 407 maternal deaths in the period 1993-2002, 20% were attributed to homicide--a greater percent than those caused by caradiovascular disease, embolisms, or accidents. They help increase blood velocity, which helps reduce the incidence of venous statis, deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolisms. |
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