Paradoxical embolism
Paradoxical embolism describes blockage of a systemic artery by a clot (thrombus) originating in a systemic vein through a defect in the wall separating the chambers of the heart.
Paradoxical embolism describes blockage of a systemic artery by a clot (thrombus) originating in a systemic vein through a defect in the wall separating the chambers of the heart.