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coronary thrombosis Definition

☆ coronary thrombosis

noun

the formation of a clot in a branch of either of the coronary arteries, resulting in obstruction of that artery

Etymology: coined (1912) by J. B. Herrick (1861-1954), U.S. physician

coronary thrombosis Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • have: He thought she might be having a coronary thrombosis.
  • give: Q. As to the cause of death one cause is given, namely coronary thrombosis?