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thrombus Definition


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thrombus
noun
    thrombi
    1. pathol.
      A blood clot which forms in an artery or vein, blocking blood circulation to surrounding tissues which may die or dislodge causing a stroke (noun 9).
Etymology: 17c: from Greek thrombos clot.



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