hemostasis
noun/himoʊˈsteɪsɪs/
Frequency rank: #19,704 most common English word
Meaning
The stopping or slowing of bleeding, whether naturally by the body or through medical intervention.
Example sentence
The surgeon achieved hemostasis quickly, preventing excessive blood loss during the operation.
Synonyms & related words
- clotting
- coagulation
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