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coma /co·ma/ (ko´mah) [L.] a state of profound unconsciousness from which the patient cannot be aroused, even by powerful stimuli.co´matose
alcoholic coma stupor accompanying severe alcoholic intoxication. diabetic coma the coma of severe diabetic acidosis. hepatic coma coma accompanying hepatic encephalopathy. irreversible coma brain death. Kussmaul's coma the coma and air hunger of diabetic acidosis. metabolic coma the coma accompanying metabolic encephalopathy. uremic coma lethargic state due to uremia. coma vigil locked-in syndrome.
uremic coma Etymology: Gk, ouron, urine, koma, deep sleep a stuporous condition resulting from acidosis and the toxic effects of uremia. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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