edema

[ɪˈdiːmə]

nounmasculinepl: edemas

edema

1. An abnormal accumulation of fluid in body tissues or cavities, causing swelling

The patient's ankle showed significant edema after the injury.

O tornozelo do paciente apresentava edema significativo após a lesão.

2. Swelling caused by excess fluid retention in the interstitial spaces

Pulmonary edema is a serious medical condition affecting the lungs.

O edema pulmonar é uma condição médica grave que afeta os pulmões.

Synonyms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

edema

Standard medical terminology used throughout Brazil

Portugal

edema

Standard medical terminology used in Portugal

Medical Portuguese

inchaço

Common colloquial alternative meaning swelling

peripheral edema - edema nas extremidades

pulmonary edema - edema pulmonar

cerebral edema - edema cerebral

angioedema - angioedema

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