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Meaning of INFARCT

Pronunciation:  in'fârkt

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  localized necrosis resulting from obstruction of the blood supply
 
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 Synonyms: infarction
 
 See Also: MI, myocardial infarct, myocardial infarction, pathology

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\In*farct"\, n. [See {Infarce}.] (Med.)
(a) An obstruction or embolus.
(b) The morbid condition of a limited area resulting from
    such obstruction; as, a hemorrhagic infarct.
 

 

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