How to Pronounce "embolectomy"
word
ɛmˈbɑːlɛktəmi
em-BAH-lek-tuh-mee
ɛmbəlˈɛktəmˌi
em-buh-LEK-tuh-mee
Definition
A medical procedure to remove a blockage (embolus) from a blood vessel, usually to restore normal blood flow.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɛmˈbɑːlɛktəmi
British English
ɛmbəlˈɛktəmˌi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
em-BAH-lek-tuh-mee
UK
em-buh-LEK-tuh-mee
Listen in Context
The doctor explained why an embolectomy was necessary.
An embolectomy can save a patient’s life in an emergency.
She recovered well after her embolectomy.
His breathing improved immediately after the embolectomy.