AN EMBOLISM

What is an Embolism?

An embolism is the blockage in an artery due to a blood clot. Examples of embolisms include: Pulmonary Embolism  Systemic Thromboembolism  Fat and Marrow Embolism  Air Embolism  Amniotic Fluid Embolism 
THROMBOSIS

What is Thrombosis?

Thrombosis is when blood clots block arteries or veins. Endothelial Injury Alterations in Normal Blood Flow  Hypercoagulability  Fate of the Thrombus