The medical term for blockage of a blood vessel is thrombosis.
What is thrombosis?
Thrombosis is a condition where blood clots are formed in the blood vessels that obstruct blood flow, impairing oxygen and nutrient supply to vital organs. It can occur in veins or arteries and leads to either deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or arterial thrombosis. DVT occurs when blood clots are formed in the deep veins of the legs, and arterial thrombosis occurs when blood clots are formed in the arteries that supply blood to the vital organs. Arterial thrombosis may result in a heart attack, stroke, or aneurysm, whereas DVT may cause leg pain, swelling, and ulcers. Clots that form in veins (DVT) are known as venous thromboembolism (VTE). Therefore, thrombosis is a serious health concern that needs immediate medical attention. It can be managed using medications, such as anticoagulants, thrombolytics, and antiplatelet agents. Surgical treatments, such as angioplasty, stenting, and thrombectomy, may also be used to manage severe cases of thrombosis.