Embolic and thrombotic events after COVID-19 vaccination

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Embolic and Thrombotic Events after COVID-19 Vaccination

Embolic and thrombotic events (pronunciation: em-bol-ic and throm-bot-ic events) are medical conditions that can occur after receiving the COVID-19 vaccination. These events are characterized by the formation of blood clots, known as thrombosis, and the blockage of blood vessels, known as embolism.

Etymology

The term "embolic" is derived from the Greek word "embolos", meaning "stopper" or "plug", while "thrombotic" comes from the Greek word "thrombos", meaning "clot". The term "event" in this context refers to a significant occurrence or incident.

Definition

An embolic event refers to the sudden blockage of a blood vessel by an embolus, which is typically a blood clot or a fat globule. On the other hand, a thrombotic event refers to the formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel, which can obstruct blood flow in the affected area.

Relation to COVID-19 Vaccination

Following the global rollout of COVID-19 vaccination, there have been reports of embolic and thrombotic events occurring in a small number of individuals. These events are believed to be extremely rare side effects of the vaccination. The exact mechanism by which the vaccine might cause these events is currently under investigation.

Related Terms

  • Thrombosis: The formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel.
  • Embolism: The sudden blockage of a blood vessel by an embolus.
  • COVID-19 vaccination: The administration of a vaccine to provide immunity against the COVID-19 virus.
  • Embolus: A blood clot, air bubble, piece of fatty deposit, or other object that has been carried in the bloodstream to lodge in a vessel and cause an embolism.

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