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Thrombus

Definition:

A thrombus refers to a blood clot that forms within a blood vessel or the heart, obstructing the normal flow of blood.

Sample Sentences:

1. The doctor prescribed anticoagulant medication to prevent the formation of a thrombus in the patient's artery.

2. During surgery, the surgeon carefully removed the thrombus from the patient's leg vein.

3. When a thrombus blocks blood flow to the brain, it can lead to a stroke.

4. The formation of a thrombus in the heart's coronary arteries can cause a heart attack.

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