(pathology) An obstruction or occlusion of an artery by an embolus, that is by a blood clot, air bubble or other matter that has been transported by the blood stream.

plural of embolism

plural of embolization

(surgery) A nonsurgical, minimally invasive procedure that effects the selective occlusion of blood vessels by purposely introducing emboli.

(surgery) An operation for the reduction of a dislocation. / (biology) Formation of the gastrula by invagination. / Enarthrosis.

Alternative form of embolo- (before a vowel)

(pathology) Of or relating to an embolus or an embolism.

plural of embole

present participle of embolize

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of embolize