Overdistention
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Overdistention is a noun meaning excessive distention.
Meaning
excessive distention.
Example Sentences
We acknowledge that the tidal volume utilized for the SHVT group is far from the one utilized in the clinical setting, however, this choice was based on our previous studies supporting that 20 ml/kg was the minimal level of overdistention in healthy rats causing an identifiable injury comparable to that experienced by ALI patients.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hyperdistention, overdistension, hyperdistension, overdilation, distension, hyperdistensibility.
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