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1. (n.) infarction
the formation of an infarct.
2. infarction
an infarct.
Etymology: (1680–90)
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1. (noun) infarct, infarction
localized necrosis resulting from obstruction of the blood supply
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1. (noun) infarction
the act of stuffing or filling; an overloading and obstruction of any organ or vessel of the body; constipation
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1. infarction
Formation of an infarct, which is NECROSIS in tissue due to local ISCHEMIA resulting from obstruction of BLOOD CIRCULATION, most commonly by a THROMBUS or EMBOLUS.
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