Tamponade Definition & Meaning

tamponade
noun
  1. blockage or closure (as of a wound or body cavity) by (or as if by) a tampon (especially to stop bleeding)

"Tamponade" in song lyrics

See how tamponade is used in real songs:

  • "cardiac tamponade"
    AOL — AOL
  • "icd9 code for applicaon of tamponade"
    AOL — AOL
  • "icd9 code for application of tamponade"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "tamponade"

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