Thrombus
noun
A thrombus is a blood clot that forms in a blood vessel and stays there, instead of floating in the blood like an embolus.
The doctor explained that a thrombus in the artery could block blood flow to the heart.
Usage tips
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blood clot, arterial thrombus, venous thrombus
noun
A fixed blood clot that does not move from its place of formation.
The thrombus in the patient's leg raised concerns about potential complications.
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stationary clot, fixed thrombus, clot
noun
A thrombus is a blood clot that forms in a blood vessel and stays there, instead of floating in the blood like an embolus.
The doctor explained that a thrombus in the artery could block blood flow to the heart.
Usage tips
Neutral
blood clot, arterial thrombus, venous thrombus
noun
A fixed blood clot that does not move from its place of formation.
The thrombus in the patient's leg raised concerns about potential complications.
Usage tips
Neutral
stationary clot, fixed thrombus, clot
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Usage
In medical discussions, 'thrombus' is often used to clarify the nature of blood clots
A thrombus can cause significant health issues such as heart attacks.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Contexts
The word is typically used in formal or technical contexts
Being familiar with this term can enhance understanding of cardiovascular diseases.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoiding Confusion
It's important not to confuse 'thrombus' with 'embolus', which refers to a clot that travels through the bloodstream
Understanding these definitions helps in discussions about stroke or heart disease.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Usage
In medical discussions, 'thrombus' is often used to clarify the nature of blood clots
A thrombus can cause significant health issues such as heart attacks.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Contexts
The word is typically used in formal or technical contexts
Being familiar with this term can enhance understanding of cardiovascular diseases.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoiding Confusion
It's important not to confuse 'thrombus' with 'embolus', which refers to a clot that travels through the bloodstream
Understanding these definitions helps in discussions about stroke or heart disease.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Usage
In medical discussions, 'thrombus' is often used to clarify the nature of blood clots
A thrombus can cause significant health issues such as heart attacks.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Contexts
The word is typically used in formal or technical contexts
Being familiar with this term can enhance understanding of cardiovascular diseases.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoiding Confusion
It's important not to confuse 'thrombus' with 'embolus', which refers to a clot that travels through the bloodstream
Understanding these definitions helps in discussions about stroke or heart disease.
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