Embolism, Air

Blocking of a blood vessel by air bubbles that enter the circulatory system, usually after TRAUMA; surgical procedures, or changes in atmospheric pressure.

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Tree Number(s): C14.907.355.350.254

MeSH Unique ID: D004618

Entry Terms:

• Air Embolism
• Air Embolisms
• Embolisms, Air
• Embolism, Gas
• Embolisms, Gas
• Gas Embolism
• Gas Embolisms

See Also:

• Decompression Sickness

All MeSH Categories
Diseases Category
Cardiovascular Diseases
Vascular Diseases
Embolism and Thrombosis
Embolism
Embolism, Air