이과성 일과성 허혈 발작
igwaseong ilgwaseong heohyeol baljak
TIA (transient ischemic attack) in Korean is 이과성 일과성 허혈 발작 (igwaseong ilgwaseong heohyeol baljak).
This phrase is used to describe a temporary period of symptoms similar to a stroke, which is caused by a brief blockage of blood flow to the brain.
How do you pronounce it?
igwaseong ilgwaseong heohyeol baljak
Did you know?
- In a clinical setting, Korean doctors rarely say the full phrase 이과성 일과성 허혈 발작 and instead use the English acronym 'TIA' written in English letters or transliterated as 티아.
- The word 발작 used in this phrase can also be used to describe an epileptic seizure or an abrupt outburst of emotion, such as sudden anger.
- Patients often refer to a TIA as 미니 뇌졸중, which translates literally to 'mini stroke'.
Example conversation
A patient is discussing their diagnosis with a medical professional.
- 서연 Seo-yeon현우 씨, 검사 결과 이과성 일과성 허혈 발작으로 보입니다.Hyeon-u ssi, geomsa gyeolgwa igwaseong ilgwaseong heoyeol baljak-euro boimnida.Mr. Hyeon-u, the test results indicate a TIA.
- 현우 Hyeon-woo그게 정확히 어떤 상태인가요?geuge jeonghwak-hi eotteon sangtae-ingayo?What exactly is that condition?
- 서연 Seo-yeon뇌 혈류가 잠시 막혔다 풀린 상태입니다.noe hyeollyuga jamsi makgyeotda pullin sangtae-imnida.It is a state where blood flow to the brain was briefly blocked and then released.
- 현우 Hyeon-woo정말 다행이네요. 감사합니다.jeongmal dahaeng-ineyo. gamsahamnida.That is a relief. Thank you.
