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Meaning of aortocaval compression syndrome | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

Compression of the abdominal aorta and inferior vena cava by the gravid uterus when a pregnant woman lies on her back, frequently causing hypotension.

uncountable

CEFR level

C1
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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

aortogenesis aortogram aortographic aortography aortoiliac aortomyoplasty

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