aeroembolism

noun

aero·​em·​bo·​lism ˌer-ō-ˈem-bə-ˌli-zəm How to pronounce aeroembolism (audio)
: decompression sickness especially when caused by rapid ascent to high altitudes and resulting exposure to rapidly lowered air pressure

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Emergency rescue personnel took Avila to a hyperbaric chamber to treat his aeroembolism. Wendy Grossman Kantor, Peoplemag, 9 Dec. 2022

Word History

Etymology

aero- + embolism

First Known Use

circa 1939, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of aeroembolism was circa 1939

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“Aeroembolism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aeroembolism. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

aeroembolism

noun
aero·​em·​bo·​lism -ˈem-bə-ˌliz-əm How to pronounce aeroembolism (audio)
1
: a gaseous embolism
2
: decompression sickness especially when caused by rapid ascent to high altitudes and resulting exposure to rapidly lowered air pressure

called also aeroemphysema, air bends

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