Definitions of thromboembolism [ˌθrɒm boʊˈɛm bəˌlɪz əm]

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1. (n.) thromboembolism
the blockage of a blood vessel by a thrombus carried through the bloodstream.

Etymology: (1905–10)

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1. (noun) thromboembolism
occlusion of a blood vessel by an embolus that has broken away from a thrombus

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U.S. National Library of Medicine

1. thromboembolism
Obstruction of a blood vessel (embolism) by a blood clot (THROMBUS) in the blood stream.

'thromboembolism' - Nearby Entries
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