hypovolemia
noun
the state or condition of having a lower than normal volume of blood or fluids in the body.
hypovolemic
-
a word derived from
hypovolemia.
Example Sentences
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Multi-organ failure and hypovolemic shock – where a severe loss of blood or other fluids prevents the heart from pumping enough blood – were also given as contributory causes.
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2024
And finally, hypovolemic shock, a critical condition involving severe blood or other fluid loss that causes the heart to be unable to pump blood to the body.
From Slate ● Feb. 20, 2023
Significant hemorrhage can lead to a form of circulatory shock known as hypovolemic shock.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
Other causes for hypovolemic shock include extensive burns, exposure to some toxins, and excessive urine loss related to diabetes insipidus or ketoacidosis.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
