A piece of a blood clot formed elsewhere that travels to the brain is called _____.
A) ischemia
B) aneurysm
C) cerebral embolism
D) thrombus
E) aphasia

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A cerebral embolism is a piece of a blood clot formed elsewhere (such as in the heart or in a blood vessel) that breaks off and travels to the brain, causing a blockage (embolism) in a blood vessel in the brain. Ischemia refers to a lack of blood flow to a specific area, which can be caused by a variety of factors including a clot or embolism. An aneurysm is a weakened, bulging area in the wall of a blood vessel that can rupture and cause bleeding in the brain. Thrombus refers to a blood clot that forms within a blood vessel and remains there, potentially blocking blood flow. Aphasia refers to a language disorder that can occur after a stroke or brain injury, but is not specific to a cerebral embolism.

A Piece of a Blood Clot Formed Elsewhere That Travels