Definition
hypovolaemic
adjective
- relating to or characterized by an abnormally low volume of blood in the body
Usage: medical/clinical term; British spelling; American variant is 'hypovolemic'
Examples
- The patient presented with hypovolaemic shock after severe bleeding.
- Hypovolaemic conditions can result from dehydration or significant fluid loss.
- The doctor diagnosed hypovolaemic collapse due to the accident injuries.
- Treatment for hypovolaemic patients typically involves rapid fluid replacement.
- Hypovolaemic states require immediate medical intervention to restore blood volume.