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Infarct

MedGen UID:
9461
Concept ID:
C0021308
Pathologic Function
Synonyms: Infarction; Infarctions; Infarcts
SNOMED CT: Infarct (55641003); Infarction (55641003)

Definition

A localized pathological necrosis of tissue resulting from obstruction of the blood supply usually by a thrombus, an embolus, or vascular torsion. [from NCI]

Professional guidelines

PubMed

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Recent clinical studies

Etiology

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Diagnosis

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Therapy

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Prognosis

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Clinical prediction guides

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Recent systematic reviews

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