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It depends how and where the clot is. Embolectomy is carried out for removing clots in arteries. Thrombectomy is an open operation for removal of clots from vessels, and Craniotomy is done for removal of clots from the brain in head injuries
This process is known as coagulation. The blood platelets makes this process possible.
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What is the medical terminology Combining form meaning blood clot?
Thrombo- (Greek = "blood clot") is the word-forming element that is used meaning blood clot. thrombophlebitis: blood clot + vein + inflammation thrombocyte: blood clot + cell (aka platelet) thrombocytopenia: blood clot + cell + lacking (low platelet count)
What does thrombus mean in medical terms?
Thrombus in medical terms means blood clot.
What is the removal of a clot called?
The removal of a clot is called thrombolysis. This medical procedure aims to dissolve blood clots that obstruct blood vessels, restoring normal blood flow. It can be achieved through the administration of thrombolytic medications or through mechanical means in certain cases.
What is thrombectomy?
Thrombectomy is a medical procedure to remove a blood clot from a blood vessel. It is commonly performed to treat conditions such as stroke or heart attack where a blood clot is blocking blood flow and causing damage to surrounding tissues. Thrombectomy is typically done using minimally invasive techniques such as catheters and specialized devices.
What is the medical terminology Combining form meaning clot?
Thromb/oThromb/othrombo-
What is the removal of an embolu or clot from a blood vessel is called?
embolectomy
What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of a moving clot?
Embolectomy
What is the medical terminology combining form meaning blood vessel?
Angi/o, vascul/o, vas/o, hemangi/oThe Greek root angio refers to a vessel, vat, or shell and is often used in medical terms implying blood vessels : arteries, veins, and capillaries.angio
What is the medical term meaning inflammation of a blood vessel without the formation of a clot?
Phlebitis is the medical term meaning inflammation of a blood vessel. (Thrombophlebitis is the medical term meaning inflammation of a blood vessel with a clot.)
What is the medical term meaning failure of the blood to clot?
Well medical or otherwise its called anti-coagulation. Diseases that cause the blood not to be able to clot or to clot slowly include hemophilia.
What is destruction of a blood clot in medical terms?
thrombolysis
What is the medical term meaning blood clotting?
The medical term for blood clot(s) is thrombus (plural thrombi). Thrombosis refers to an abnormal condition of clot formation.A Thrombosis is the medical term for a blood clot.thrombi
