Pathologic Function
anasarca
an·a·sar·ca [ an-uh-sahr-kuh ]
Etymology:
Greek ana = up or through + sarx = flesh
Definitions related to anasarca:
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A condition that is characterized by the presence of generalized edema. Causes include congestive heart failure, liver failure, renal failure, and severe malnutrition.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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An extreme form of generalized edema with widespread and massive edema due to effusion of fluid into the extracellular space.Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO)The Human Phenotype Ontology Project, 2021
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Profound accumulation of an excessive amount of fluid throughout the body.NICHD Pediatric TerminologyU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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