continuous blockage
[kənˈtɪnjuəs ˈblɑːkɪdʒ]
nounpl: continuous blockages
obstrução contínua
1. An uninterrupted obstruction that prevents flow or passage of material, traffic, or substances
The continuous blockage in the artery required immediate surgical intervention.
A obstrução contínua na artéria exigiu intervenção cirúrgica imediata.
2. A persistent barrier that stops or hinders movement, communication, or progress
Continuous blockage of the pipeline caused significant delays in production.
A obstrução contínua do oleoduto causou atrasos significativos na produção.
3. Medical condition where a passageway remains obstructed over an extended period
The patient suffered from continuous blockage of the respiratory tract.
O paciente sofria de obstrução contínua do trato respiratório.
In Brazilian healthcare and engineering contexts, 'obstrução contínua' is the preferred technical term. In everyday speech, Brazilians may use 'entupimento' for plumbing issues or 'bloqueio' for traffic situations. In Portugal, 'obstrução permanente' is more commonly used in medical discourse. The term is particularly important in traffic safety discussions during rush hours in major urban centers like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
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