(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

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

plural of embole

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of embolize

simple past tense and past participle of embolize

present participle of embolize