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thrombectomy

 

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Noun thrombectomy has 1 sense
  1. thrombectomy - surgical removal of a blood clot (thrombus) from a blood vessel
    --1 is a kind of
    ablation, extirpation, cutting out, excision

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Thrombectomy

Description:

A thrombectomy refers to a surgical procedure performed to remove a blood clot or thrombus from a blood vessel, usually found within the arteries or veins. It is performed to restore blood flow in the affected area and prevent further complications.

Sample Sentences:

  • After suffering a severe stroke, the patient underwent an emergency thrombectomy to remove the blood clot in his brain.
  • The cardiologist recommended a thrombectomy to remove the arterial clot and improve the patient's cardiac health.
  • Deep vein thrombosis, if left untreated, may require a thrombectomy to prevent life-threatening complications.

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