cardiac dysfunction
[KAR-dee-ak dis-FUNK-shun]
nounfemininepl: disfunções cardíacas
disfunção cardíaca
1. Abnormal or impaired functioning of the heart, affecting its ability to pump blood effectively
The patient was diagnosed with cardiac dysfunction after the echocardiogram revealed reduced ejection fraction.
O paciente foi diagnosticado com disfunção cardíaca após o ecocardiograma revelar fração de ejeção reduzida.
2. A condition where the heart fails to maintain adequate circulation of blood throughout the body
Cardiac dysfunction can result from various causes including hypertension, coronary artery disease, and diabetes.
A disfunção cardíaca pode resultar de várias causas, incluindo hipertensão, doença arterial coronariana e diabetes.
This is a medical term widely recognized in both Brazilian and American healthcare systems. In Brazil, 'disfunção cardíaca' is the standard clinical terminology used by cardiologists and healthcare professionals. The condition is a significant public health concern in both countries, often related to lifestyle factors such as sedentary behavior, poor diet, and stress.
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