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Cardiac Output, High

Medical Definition:	A state of elevated cardiac output. Conditions that lower peripheral vascular resistance, such as anemia, arteriovenous fistulas, thyrotoxicosis, and pregnancy, are among the most important factors augmenting the venous return and therefore elevating cardiac output. Increased cardiac output also occurs in muscular exercise, fever, and severe anoxia.
Guide Notes:	note category: do not confuse with CARDIAC OUTPUT, a physiol concept
Previously Indexed:	Cardiac Output (1967-1991)

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