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Synonyms for Gas Embolism (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (obstruction of the circulatory system caused by an air bubble as, e.g., accidentally during surgery or hypodermic injection or as a complication from scuba diving):
aeroembolism, air embolism

WordNet sense 2 (pain resulting from rapid change in pressure):
bends, decompression sickness, caisson disease


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