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Asphyxia
Medical Definition: | A pathological condition caused by lack of oxygen, manifested in impending or actual cessation of life. |
Guide Notes: | in newborn inf = ASPHYXIA NEONATORUM + tag INFANT, NEWBORN; choking: use AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION |
Asphyxia Medical Definitions and Terms
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