PARADOXICAL EMBOLISMS
\pˌaɹədˈɒksɪkə͡l ɛmbˈɒlɪzəmz], \pˌaɹədˈɒksɪkəl ɛmbˈɒlɪzəmz], \p_ˌa_ɹ_ə_d_ˈɒ_k_s_ɪ_k_əl ɛ_m_b_ˈɒ_l_ɪ_z_ə_m_z]\
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Blockage of a systemic artery by a thrombus originating in a systemic vein, which has passed through a defect that permits direct communication between the right and the left side of the heart, notably an open foramen ovale. It is also called crossed embolism. (Dorland, 28th ed)
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.