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Ischemia (Noun)

Meaning

Local anemia in a given body part sometimes resulting from vasoconstriction or thrombosis or embolism.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • The patient was diagnosed with ischemia in his left leg, which was caused by a blood clot that blocked the flow of oxygen and nutrients to the tissue.
  • Ischemia in the brain can lead to permanent damage or even death if not treated promptly and properly.
  • The doctor explained that the ischemia in her heart was likely caused by a combination of high blood pressure and atherosclerosis.
  • During the surgery, the anesthesiologist closely monitored the patient's vital signs for any signs of ischemia in the kidneys.
  • The athlete experienced ischemia in his muscles during the intense workout, which caused severe pain and weakness in his legs.

Synonyms

  • Ischaemia

Hypernyms

  • Anaemia

Hyponyms

  • TIA
  • Ischaemic Stroke

Related Words

  • Ischemic (adjective)
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