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Thrombose

thrombosis, blood clot

noun trom-BO-ze Rare
Body & Health Health & Illness

Origin: from Greek thrombosis

Usage Note

Thrombose refers to the formation of a blood clot inside a vessel. Tiefe Venenthrombose (deep vein thrombosis) is the most common context. Thromboseprophylaxe (preventive measures) is a related compound.

Examples

"Nach der langen Flugreise entwickelte er eine Thrombose im linken Bein."

Natural Translation

After the long flight he developed a thrombosis in his left leg.

Literal Translation

After the long flight he developed a thrombosis in the left leg.

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