embolization
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of embolization
Example Sentences
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The team proposed that the material could combine some of the advantages of both temporary and permanent embolization agents while avoiding some of their drawbacks.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 17, 2026
Neff’s spleen ruptured and she nearly had it removed, but surgeons used a special procedure called embolization to save it.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 27, 2021
Four days later, the White House said in a statement that she had undergone a successful embolization procedure.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 4, 2018
Some doctors familiar with the procedure but not involved in her care said people treated with embolization typically are sent home the same day or the next.
From Washington Times ● May 30, 2018
Doctors say the embolization procedure, which cuts off blood supply to a certain part of the body, is mostly even done as an outpatient procedure, meaning no overnight hospital stay is usually necessary.
From Slate ● May 19, 2018
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