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ischemic
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is·che·mi·a  (-skm-)
n.
A decrease in the blood supply to a bodily organ, tissue, or part caused by constriction or obstruction of the blood vessels.
[New Latin ischaemia, from Greek iskhaimos, a stopping of the blood : iskhein, to keep back; see segh- in Indo-European roots + haima, blood.]
i·schemic adj.
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Adj.1.ischemic - relating to or affected by ischemia
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1) Therefore, it is a well-accepted surgical principle that simultaneous sacrifice of both lingual arteries will critically compromise blood flow and lead to ischemic necrosis of the entire tongue.
Tongue viability after bilateral lingual artery ligation and surgery ... by Weed, Donald T. / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
15) As a result, fibrosis, intimal hyperplasia, and occasionally thrombosis of the vessels occur, followed by ischemic necrosis of the skin.
Subtotal parathyroidectomy: a possible treatment for calciphylaxis. ... by Feinmesser, Raphael / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
The potent vasoconstricting properties of cocaine can induce ischemic necrosis of cartilage and mucosa.
Midline nasal and hard palate destruction in cocaine abusers and ... by Anand, Vijay K. / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
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