orthostatic hypotension

Synonyms:
  • orthostatic syndrome
German: orthostatische Hypotonie
Japanese: 起立性低血圧

Medicine. Malfunction in the regulation of the cardiovascular system, leading to a sudden drop in blood pressure when the patient stands up, accompanied by dizzyness and perturbed visual and/or acoustic sensations.

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