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aortocaval compression syndrome

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aortocaval compression syndrome (uncountable)

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