hyperosmolar
[/ˌhaɪ.pər.ɒzˈmoʊ.lər/]
adjective
hiperosmolar
1. Relating to or characterized by a higher osmotic pressure or osmolarity than normal; having a higher concentration of solutes in solution
The patient developed hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state due to severe dehydration and high blood glucose levels.
O paciente desenvolveu um estado hiperosmolar hiperglicêmico devido à desidratação severa e níveis altos de glicose no sangue.
2. In medical context, describing a solution or condition with osmolarity greater than that of blood plasma (>300 mOsm/L)
A hyperosmolar intravenous solution can draw fluid from the cells into the bloodstream.
Uma solução intravenosa hiperosmolar pode atrair líquido das células para a corrente sanguínea.
This is a specialized medical term primarily used in clinical, academic, and research settings. It is particularly important in Brazilian and Portuguese medical education and practice, especially in treating diabetes complications and fluid management in intensive care units.
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