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

A thrombus can seriously impede blood flow to or from a region and will cause a local increase in blood pressure.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

The danger then is that the clot, or thrombus, will begin to travel toward the heart and lungs.

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