How to Pronounce "ischemic"
word
ˌɪsˈkɛmɪk
iss-KEM-ik
ɪsˈkiːmɪk
iss-KEE-mik
Definition
Related to a condition where blood flow (and thus oxygen) is restricted or reduced in a part of the body, often referring to tissues or organs.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪsˈkɛmɪk
British English
ɪsˈkiːmɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
iss-KEM-ik
UK
iss-KEE-mik
Listen in Context
He suffered an ischemic stroke last year.
An ischemic condition means the tissue is not getting enough blood.
Doctors found ischemic changes in his heart.
The MRI showed some ischemic damage in the brain tissue.