nounfemininepl: ischemias
isquemia
1. A medical condition characterized by an inadequate blood supply to an organ or part of the body, often resulting in dysfunction or tissue damage
The patient suffered a stroke due to cerebral ischemia.
O paciente sofreu um derrame devido à isquemia cerebral.
2. Temporary or permanent reduction in blood flow to tissues, causing oxygen deprivation
Myocardial ischemia can lead to angina or heart attack if not treated promptly.
A isquemia miocárdica pode levar à angina ou infarto se não for tratada prontamente.
This is a formal medical term used by healthcare professionals in both Brazil and the USA. It is essential terminology in cardiology, neurology, and general medicine. In Brazil, 'isquemia' is the standard medical term found in textbooks, clinical guidelines, and hospital documentation. The term is increasingly important in public health discourse due to rising rates of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
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