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What type of condition requires thromboltyic therapy?
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Clottting disorders: Thrombolysis is a process by which a chemical dissolves a clot. This can help some stroke patients, or help patients with peripheral vascular disease, or some cases of embolization.
Answered 10/20/2013
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