Found 2 items, similar to infarction.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: infarction infarction n : localized necrosis resulting from obstruction of the blood supply [syn: infarct]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Infarction Infarction \In*farc"tion\, n. [See Infarce.] 1. The act of stuffing or filling; Specifically: (Med.) the formation of an infarct; an overloading and obstruction of any organ or vessel of the body; constipation. [1913 Webster] 2. An infarct[2]; as, a cardiac infarction. [PJC]