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periodic breathing

/ˌpɪəriˈɒdɪk ˈbriːðɪŋ/

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/ˌpɪəriˈɒdɪk ˈbriːðɪŋ/C1formalmedical
  • ruМедицинский термин, обозначающий аномальный паттерн дыхания, характеризующийся регулярными циклами глубокого дыхания, за которыми следуют поверхностное дыхание или временные паузы, часто наблюдаемый у младенцев или людей с определенными заболеваниями.

A medical term referring to an abnormal pattern of breathing characterized by regular cycles of deep breathing followed by shallow breathing or temporary pauses, often observed in infants or individuals with certain health conditions.

  1. Irregular breathing patternC1formal

    A pattern of breathing characterized by periods of shallow or deep breaths alternating with periods of apnea (cessation of breathing).

    ruПериодическое дыхание

    • Periodic breathing is often observed in premature infants.
    • The patient's periodic breathing was monitored closely in the ICU.
    • High-altitude climbers may experience periodic breathing during sleep.