effusion
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In 2019, he underwent surgery for pericardial effusion - a condition affecting the heart.
From BBC • Aug. 5, 2025
“During the course of his return-to-play progression, Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt developed an effusion in his left knee,” the team said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2024
AOM is often confused with otitis media with effusion, or fluid behind the ear, a condition that generally does not involve bacteria and does not benefit from antimicrobial treatment.
From Science Daily • Mar. 4, 2024
The observatory on Thursday raised Kilauea’s alert level, but on Friday morning lowered it from warning to watch “because the initial high effusion rates are declining, and no infrastructure is threatened.”
From Seattle Times • Jan. 6, 2023
And there had been the effusion of the post-game ritual, screams and catcalls followed by eager plans for the glorious remainder of Friday night.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
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