Definition

Relating to a condition where a blood clot travels through the bloodstream and causes a blockage in a blood vessel.

Example

The patient was diagnosed with a thromboembolic event after experiencing sudden chest pain.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new study on thromboembolic risks?

Yeah, it's really interesting how they linked it to lifestyle choices.

I never thought about how serious thromboembolic conditions could be.

Me neither! It's a good reminder to stay active and eat healthy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Thromboembolic → It is formed from "thrombo-" (from Greek "thrombos", meaning clot) and "embolic" (from Greek "embolos", meaning a plug or stopper). The word describes a condition related to a clot that travels through the bloodstream and causes blockage.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'clot' ('thrombos') that acts as a 'plug' ('embolos') in the bloodstream, which helps you remember that 'thromboembolic' refers to a blockage caused by a clot.

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