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blood clot

/blʌd klɒt/

Tradução: Massa sólida ou semissólida formada quando o sangue coagula, frequentemente dentro de um vaso sanguíneo para estancar hemorragias, mas que pode causar problemas graves de saúde se obstruir a circulação.

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/blʌd klɒt/B2formalmedical
  • ptMassa sólida ou semissólida formada quando o sangue coagula, frequentemente dentro de um vaso sanguíneo para estancar hemorragias, mas que pode causar problemas graves de saúde se obstruir a circulação.

A mass of blood that forms when blood changes from a liquid to a solid state, often occurring in blood vessels to stop bleeding but potentially causing serious health issues if it blocks circulation.

  1. Medical conditionB2formal

    A mass of blood that forms when blood changes from a liquid to a solid state, often to stop bleeding but can be dangerous if it blocks a blood vessel.

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    • The doctor said a blood clot in his leg caused the swelling.
    • Blood clots can travel to the lungs and cause a pulmonary embolism.
    • She was prescribed medication to prevent blood clots after surgery.