thrombus
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An increase in LDH is thought to indicate hemolysis caused by thrombus formation.
From Forbes ● Nov. 27, 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
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
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
Montgomery notes that the kidneys developed tiny blood clots called fibrin thrombi, but that this may be the result of the patient’s condition.
From Scientific American ● Jan. 20, 2022
However, some strokes are not caused by thrombi, but by hemorrhage.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
A thrombolytic agent is a medication that promotes the breakup of thrombi.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
Dr. Silbert predicted that dicoumarin will soon be used not only as a cure for thrombi, but as a routine preventive in all major operations and confinements.
From Time Magazine Archive
Venous thrombi, as they are continued toward the heart, tend to become completely obstructing thrombi.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
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