Hypoventilation

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The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
  • n. Abnormally slow and shallow respiration, resulting in an increased level of carbon dioxide in the blood.
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  • n. Respiratory depression, occurring when ventilation is inadequate to perform the necessary gas exchange, which may be caused by certain medical conditions, by holding one's breath, or by drug overdose.
    • Word Usage
    "The aeration of the alveolar spaces has entered its final stage of decompensation, and the full state of alveolar hypoventilation is established."
    Antonym
    hyperventilation   
    Same Context
    Words that are found in similar contexts
    apnoea    apnea/hypopnea    apnea    andclimate    dyscontrol   
     
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