Embolism, Fat

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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Tree Number(s): C14.907.355.350.454

MeSH Unique ID: D004620

Entry Terms:

• Embolisms, Fat
• Fat Embolisms
• Fat Embolism
• Fat Embolism Syndrome

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Diseases Category
Cardiovascular Diseases
Vascular Diseases
Embolism and Thrombosis
Embolism
Embolism, Fat
Embolism, Cholesterol
Blue Toe Syndrome