serious obstruction
[ˈsɪriəs əbˈstrʌkʃən]
noun phrasepl: serious obstructions
obstrução séria
1. A significant blockage or impediment that prevents movement, flow, or progress and poses serious consequences
The serious obstruction in the arterial pipeline caused emergency repairs.
A obstrução séria na tubulação arterial causou reparos de emergência.
2. A major legal or administrative barrier that significantly hinders or blocks a process or action
The serious obstruction of justice charges were filed against the defendant.
As acusações de obstrução séria da justiça foram apresentadas contra o réu.
3. A substantial medical condition where a vital passage is blocked, requiring urgent intervention
The CT scan revealed a serious obstruction in the patient's colon.
A tomografia revelou uma obstrução séria no cólon do paciente.
In Brazilian legal and medical contexts, 'obstrução séria' is commonly used in formal documentation and healthcare settings. The term carries weight in both criminal justice (particularly in obstruction of justice cases) and medical emergencies, reflecting its serious nature across professional environments.
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