Air-embolism Definition

noun

(pathology) Condition caused by bubbles of gas in a vascular system.

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Noun

Singular:
air-embolism
Plural:
air embolisms

Air-embolism Sentence Examples

  • For example, if the person has an air embolism in the arteries carrying blood to the brain, it may cause seizures.

  • In the bends, the air embolism is a bubble of nitrogen.

  • It is, but your partner should never blow air into the vagina during this sexual activity, as it is possible to develop an air embolism as a result, which is a life-threatening condition for mother and baby.

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MSMISM

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