cheyne-stokes respiration

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Noun cheyne-stokes respiration has 1 sense

periodic breathing, Cheyne-Stokes respiration - abnormal respiration in which periods of shallow and deep breathing alternate
--₁ is a kind of breathing, external respiration, respiration, ventilation

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Cheyne-Stokes Respiration

Description:

Cheyne-Stokes Respiration refers to an abnormal breathing pattern characterized by a period of shallow or no breathing (apnea) followed by increasingly deeper and faster breathing (hyperpnea). It is often associated with severe brain injuries, congestive heart failure, and certain neurological disorders.

Sample Sentences:

During the patient's sleep study, they exhibited episodes of Cheyne-Stokes Respiration.
The Cheyne-Stokes Respiration pattern could be observed in the comatose patient.
In congestive heart failure, Cheyne-Stokes Respiration may occur due to inadequate oxygenation.

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