deep-vein thrombosis

[ deep-veyn ]
/ ˈdipˌveɪn /

noun Pathology.

a condition in which a blood clot forms in a vein deep beneath the skin, typically in the leg or pelvic area: Immobility and lack of exercise are risk factors for deep-vein thrombosis.
Also called deep-vein thrombus. a blood clot in a vein deep beneath the skin.
Also called DVT, deep-ve·nous thrombo·sis [deep-vee-nuh s] /ˈdipˌvi nəs/.

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British Dictionary definitions for deep-vein thrombosis

deep-vein thrombosis

noun plural -ses (-siːz)

a blood clot in one of the major veins, usually in the legs or pelvis; can be caused by prolonged sitting in the same position, as on long-haul air flights Abbreviation: DVT