deteriorated function
[dɪˌtɪriəreɪtɪd ˈfʌŋkʃən]
noun phrasepl: deteriorated functions
função deteriorada
1. The decline or impairment of the ability of an organ, system, or mechanism to perform its intended purpose
The patient showed deteriorated kidney function after prolonged medication use.
O paciente apresentou função renal deteriorada após o uso prolongado de medicação.
2. A progressive worsening of operational capacity or performance efficiency
The machine's deteriorated function necessitated immediate repair.
A função deteriorada da máquina necessitou de reparo imediato.
3. In medical contexts, reduced physiological capability or compromised biological performance
Cognitive deteriorated function is common in advanced dementia.
A função cognitiva deteriorada é comum na demência avançada.
This term is predominantly used in medical, technical, and scientific contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In Brazil, healthcare professionals use 'função deteriorada' regularly in clinical settings, while in the USA it appears frequently in medical records and patient discussions. The term reflects the shared medical vocabulary across both cultures.
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