embolus
IPA: ɛmbˈoʊɫʌs
noun
- (pathology) An obstruction causing an embolism: a blood clot, air bubble or other matter carried by the bloodstream and causing a blockage or occlusion of a blood vessel.
- (zoology) The structure on the end of the palp of male arachnids which contains the opening to the ejaculatory duct.
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Examples of "embolus" in Sentences
- An arterial embolus can form in the limbs.
- An arterial embolus can also form in the limbs.
- It is primarily used to detect a Pulmonary embolus.
- Thus, the source of the embolus must be identified.
- EKGs can show atrial fib which can lead to an embolus.
- Note that the free moving thrombus is called an embolus.
- The damage produced by an embolus is related to where the circulation takes it.
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