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Heart Failure

Noun

1. a condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently, resulting in a lack of oxygen and nutrients throughout the body

Example sentence: He was diagnosed with heart failure and was put on medication to manage his symptoms.

Noun

2. the failure of the heart to perform its function as a pump

Example sentence: Heart failure can lead to complications such as fluid retention and shortness of breath.

Noun

3. a decline or deterioration in the ability of the heart to pump blood

Example sentence: The doctor monitored his heart closely to prevent further heart failure.

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