Blood clots are formed to stop bleeding. They are a gel-like mass formed by platelets and fibrin. When clots form inappropriately inside an artery or vein, blood flow past the clot may be decreased thus causing problems.
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Medical language began with the ancient Greeks over 2000 years ago, since then as medical practice evolved so did the language of medicine.
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Medical terms are from Greek and Latin origin, modern language, acronyms or eponyms.
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Exploring Medical Language, 10th Edition, by Myrna LaFleur Brooks and Danielle LaFleur Brooks is a leading innovative worktext. Ideal for in-class and online 2 or 3 credit college courses, highschool, and self-learning. First published in 1985!
Basic Medical Language, 6th Edition, by Danielle LaFleur Brooks and Myrna LaFleur Brooks fully engages the student in learning and using medical terminology. Ideal for 1 or 2 credit college courses, highschools, private schools, and self-learning.
