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ischemic

adj.
C1 Advanced US //ˌɪsˈkɛmɪk// is·chemic

adj. describing a condition where a part of the body does not get enough blood flow. This usually happens because a blood vessel is blocked or damaged.

adj. relating to or caused by a reduction in blood supply to a part of the body, typically due to a blockage in a blood vessel.


SIMPLE

The doctor explained that the patient had an ischemic stroke.

CONTEXTUAL

The surgeon performed a bypass to treat the ischemic condition in the patient's leg, which was causing severe pain.

COMPLEX

Ischemic injury to the heart muscle can lead to permanent tissue damage if the blood flow is not restored within a specific window of time.

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