Anoxic

/ænˈɒksɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to, caused by, or characterized by anoxia; involving complete or severe absence of oxygen in body tissues.

Etymology

From 'anoxia' + '-ic' (adjective suffix). Standard formation for describing conditions or environments relating to severe oxygen deprivation.

Kelly Says

'Anoxic encephalopathy' is brain damage from lack of oxygen—it's one of the most serious medical emergencies because the brain dies within minutes. This is why CPR and rescue breathing are so critical!

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