L'infart
Example: L'infart de miocardi és una emergència mèdica greu.
Definition
"L'infart" refers to the medical condition known as a heart attack, which occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart muscle is blocked, causing tissue damage. It is a serious emergency that requires immediate medical attention to prevent severe health consequences.
Etymology
The word "l'infart" comes from the Catalan language, derived from the Latin verb 'infarcire,' meaning 'to stuff or cram.' This reflects the blockage or 'stuffing' of blood vessels that leads to the condition. Did you know that the term vividly captures the idea of a vessel being clogged, similar to a stuffed pipe?
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"L'infart" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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