Sentences with phrase «block oxygen in the blood»
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Exposure to high levels of nitrate in groundwater has been linked to «blue baby syndrome,» which can kill by blocking the blood's ability to carry oxygen.
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In an ischemic stroke, a clot blocks the flow of oxygen - rich blood to the brain.
Restriction of blood flow to the heart can develop as a result of coronary artery disease, where narrowed or blocked arteries prevent the heart muscle from receiving ample blood / oxygen, which in turn impairs optimal function.
If the clot blocks blood flow in the lungs it's called a pulmonary embolism, which means blood and oxygen aren't reaching the rest of the body.
Toxic anoxia happens oxygen in the blood is blocked from being used by toxins.