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Embolism, Fat  

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  • Fat Embolism

Note

  • do not confuse with EMBOLISM, CHOLESTEROL

Scope note

  • Blocking of a blood vessel by fat deposits in the circulation. It is often seen after fractures of large bones or after administration of CORTICOSTEROIDS.

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D004620

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