thrombus

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An increase in LDH is thought to indicate hemolysis caused by thrombus formation.

From Forbes • Nov. 27, 2013

When a portion of a thrombus breaks free from the vessel wall and enters the circulation, it is referred to as an embolus.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

In a small vessel, it may actually totally block the flow of blood and is termed an occlusive thrombus.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

They also get Dicumarol or a similar anticoagulant which reduces the danger of extension of the thrombus and formation of circulation-blocking clots.

From Time Magazine Archive

He knew about as much as was known about the anatomy of the brain and the symptoms and severities of lesion and thrombus.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck