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An embolus is a blood clot, bit of tissue or tumor, gas bubble, or other foreign body that circulates in the blood stream until it becomes stuck in a blood vessel.
In arterial emboli, blood flow is blocked at the junction of major arteries, most often at the groin, knee, or thigh
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What has the author Patrick David Fleck written?
Patrick David Fleck has written: 'Direct observations of the effects of arterial gas embolism'
What complications are associated with an arterial puncture?
Complications associated with arterial puncture include hematoma formation, which can occur if blood leaks out of the artery into surrounding tissues. Other potential complications are arterial thrombosis, leading to reduced blood flow, and nerve damage, which may cause pain or weakness. Infection at the puncture site is also a risk, as well as the possibility of an arterial dissection. In rare cases, there may be severe complications such as limb ischemia or embolism.
What diseases or conditions may lead to amputation?
hardening of the arteries arterial embolism impaired circulation as a complication of diabetes mellitus gangrene severe frostbite Raynaud's disease Buerger's disease
What has the author D Ll Griffiths written?
D. Ll Griffiths has written: 'Arterial embolism' -- subject(s): Embolism 'Some aspects of wrist injuries in elderly patients' -- subject(s): Patients, Aged, Wrist, Wounds and injuries 'Cervical rib' -- subject(s): Thoracic outlet syndrome
Can a arterial line be use for a blood transfusion?
No, an arterial line should not be used for blood transfusions. Arterial lines are designed for continuous blood pressure monitoring and blood gas analysis, and using them for transfusions could cause complications such as embolism or tissue damage. Blood transfusions are typically administered via a peripheral or central venous line to ensure safe and effective delivery.
When did Theodore Roosevelt die and where?
He died in his sleep at his home ,Sagamore Hill , Oyster Bay, New York, of coronary embolism (arterial blood clot) at age 60 on January 6, 1919
Is the blockage of a vessel by an embolus an embolism?
Yes, an embolism is the sudden blockage of a blood vessel by an embolus. The embolism is often named for the causative factor, such as an air embolism or a fat embolism or its location, such as pulmonary embolism.
What does thrombo-embolism mean?
What kind of sickness is the air embolism air embolism?
What is the plural of embolism?
The plural of embolism is emboli
What is Air embolism also called?
Gas embolism
What is Gas embolism also called?
Air embolism
When can I Scuba dive after embolism?
withOut knowing more details than "EMBOLISM"* Pulmonary embolism?* Brain embolism?* Air embolism - caused by an air bubble; usually from decompression sickness in divers?* Thromboembolism - an embolism caused by a blood clot ?you're best bet is to talk to your doctor
