Pseudoaneurysm
noun
A pseudoaneurysm is a collection of blood that forms outside of a blood vessel but is contained by surrounding tissue, often resulting from injury or procedures.
The doctor diagnosed her with a pseudoaneurysm after the biopsy.
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Formal
vascular injury, blood vessel damage, trauma-related complications
noun
A pseudoaneurysm is a collection of blood that forms outside of a blood vessel but is contained by surrounding tissue, often resulting from injury or procedures.
The doctor diagnosed her with a pseudoaneurysm after the biopsy.
Usage tips
Formal
vascular injury, blood vessel damage, trauma-related complications
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Terminology
Understand that pseudoaneurysms differ from true aneurysms.
Pseudoaneurysms can be mistaken for true aneurysms, which have a different structure and pathology.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Awareness
Know that pseudoaneurysms are often related to specific types of injuries or surgical complications.
When discussing a pseudoaneurysm, referencing the cause (like surgery) clarifies the context.
Pro Tip 3/3Treatment Relevance
Recognize that treatment for a pseudoaneurysm may vary significantly based on its location and cause.
Treatment may involve observation, compression, or surgery.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Terminology
Understand that pseudoaneurysms differ from true aneurysms.
Pseudoaneurysms can be mistaken for true aneurysms, which have a different structure and pathology.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Awareness
Know that pseudoaneurysms are often related to specific types of injuries or surgical complications.
When discussing a pseudoaneurysm, referencing the cause (like surgery) clarifies the context.
Pro Tip 3/3Treatment Relevance
Recognize that treatment for a pseudoaneurysm may vary significantly based on its location and cause.
Treatment may involve observation, compression, or surgery.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Terminology
Understand that pseudoaneurysms differ from true aneurysms.
Pseudoaneurysms can be mistaken for true aneurysms, which have a different structure and pathology.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Awareness
Know that pseudoaneurysms are often related to specific types of injuries or surgical complications.
When discussing a pseudoaneurysm, referencing the cause (like surgery) clarifies the context.
Pro Tip 3/3Treatment Relevance
Recognize that treatment for a pseudoaneurysm may vary significantly based on its location and cause.
Treatment may involve observation, compression, or surgery.
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