Cardiovascular collapse

Cardiovascular Collapse

Cardiovascular collapse (pronunciation: /ˌkɑːrdi.oʊˈvæskjələr kəˈlæps/) is a medical condition characterized by the sudden failure of the circulatory system to adequately supply blood and oxygen to the body's organs and tissues.

Etymology

The term "cardiovascular collapse" is derived from the Greek words "kardia" (heart), "vasculum" (small vessel), and the Latin word "collapsus" (fall together, collapse).

Symptoms

Symptoms of cardiovascular collapse may include chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting, fatigue, and confusion. In severe cases, it can lead to shock, coma, or even death.

Causes

Cardiovascular collapse can be caused by various conditions such as heart failure, myocardial infarction, arrhythmia, hypovolemic shock, and septic shock.

Treatment

Treatment for cardiovascular collapse typically involves addressing the underlying cause and may include cardiopulmonary resuscitation, defibrillation, intravenous fluids, vasopressors, and antibiotics.

Related Terms

• Cardiac arrest
• Cardiogenic shock
• Vasodilatory shock
• Distributive shock

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Cardiovascular collapse
• Wikipedia's article - Cardiovascular collapse

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