Meaning Air Embolism
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Air EmbolismAn air bubble trapped in a blood vessel. Might occur during too fast an ascent or if breath is held when ascending. The bubble can stop blood getting to body tissues.
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Air EmbolismBlocking 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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Air Embolism<physiology> A serious condition that results when air (in the form of bubbles) invades the blood vessels causing disruption of normal blood flow. (06 Aug 1998)
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