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Thromboembolism

Medical Definition: Obstruction of a vessel by a blood clot that has been transported from a distant site by the blood stream.
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Canadian Medical Guide Definition Embolism, Paradoxical - Blockage of a systemic artery by a thrombus originating in a systemic vein, which has passed through a defect that permits direct communication between the right and the left side of the heart, notably an open foramen ovale. It is also called crossed embolism. (Dorland, 28th ed)

Thromboembolism Medical Definitions and Terms

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