Definition
hypoxemic
adjective
- relating to or characterized by hypoxemia; having abnormally low levels of oxygen in the blood
Usage: medical/clinical term; often used in respiratory and cardiovascular contexts
Examples
- The patient developed hypoxemic respiratory failure after the surgery.
- Hypoxemic episodes can occur during sleep apnea.
- The doctor monitored the hypoxemic infant in the neonatal intensive care unit.
- Chronic hypoxemic conditions may require supplemental oxygen therapy.
- The hypoxemic state was corrected by increasing ventilation support.