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gas embolism

/ˈɡæs ˌembəlɪzəm/

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/ˈɡæs ˌembəlɪzəm/C1formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, вызванное попаданием пузырьков газа в кровоток, часто возникающее из-за декомпрессионной болезни (кессонной болезни) или медицинских процедур, которое может блокировать кровоток и вызывать серьезные повреждения.

A medical condition caused by gas bubbles entering the bloodstream, often resulting from decompression sickness (the bends) or medical procedures, which can block blood flow and cause serious injury.

  1. Medical conditionC1formal

    A condition where gas bubbles enter the bloodstream, potentially blocking blood vessels and causing serious health issues.

    ruГазовая эмболия

    • Scuba divers are at risk of a gas embolism if they ascend too quickly.
    • The doctor diagnosed the patient with a gas embolism after the surgery.
    • Symptoms of a gas embolism include chest pain and difficulty breathing.