Thrombosis

Synonyms of thrombosis

• embolism
• clotting
• blood clot

Antonyms of thrombosis

• normal blood flow
• unobstructed circulation
• healthy circulation

Collocations of thrombosis

venous thrombosis

Frequency: 80 %

The patient was diagnosed with venous thrombosis in her leg.

arterial thrombosis

Frequency: 75 %

The doctor explained the risks of arterial thrombosis following the surgery.

deep vein thrombosis

Frequency: 70 %

He developed deep vein thrombosis after a long flight.

pulmonary embolism

Frequency: 65 %

The patient was hospitalized due to a pulmonary embolism caused by thrombosis.

thrombosis risk

Frequency: 60 %

Being overweight increases the thrombosis risk for individuals.

Idiomatic Expressions for thrombosis

• Phrase: a clot in the heart
  Meaning: to have a blood clot in the heart, potentially causing a heart attack
  Usage: The patient underwent surgery to remove a clot in the heart.