hypotension

[ hahy-puh-ten-shuhn ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. decreased or lowered blood pressure.
2. a disease or condition characterized by this symptom.

hypotension

/ ˌhaɪpəʊˈtɛnsɪv; ˌhaɪpəʊˈtɛnʃən /

noun

1. pathol abnormally low blood pressure

hypotension

/ hī′pə-tĕn′shən /

1. Abnormally low blood pressure, especially in the arteries.
2. Also called low blood pressure

Derived Forms

• hypotensive, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of hypotension¹

First recorded in 1890–95; hypo- + tension

Example Sentences

As a result, nanoparticles are attacked by immune cells triggering side effects that include shortness of breath, elevated heart rate, fever, hypotension, and, in rare cases, anaphylactic shock.

From Science Daily

The inspector general said the medical staff should have been more proactive in treating him as he exhibited major weight loss, hypotension and falls.

From Washington Times

Orthostatic hypotension occurs when inadequate blood gets to the brain because of a change in position.

From New York Times

“Standing up too fast, overexerting, becoming dehydrated or taking certain medications can also lead to hypotension — low blood pressure — and potentially, a whiteout.”

From Washington Post

It said Amini suffered heart arrhythmia, hypotension and loss of consciousness before been taken to a hospital.

From Seattle Times