Vocabulary Entry

thrombolysis

|noun • verb

noun

The process of breaking down blood clots.

Example Sentences

"Thrombolysis is often used in emergency settings to treat heart attacks."

"The patient underwent thrombolysis to restore blood flow to the affected area."

"Doctors discussed the effectiveness of thrombolysis in stroke management."

verb

Example Sentences

"The medical team decided to thrombolyse the patient immediately."

"They will thrombolyse the blocked artery to prevent further damage."

"She was trained to thrombolyse in critical care situations."