Hemodynamic Instability

Definition

When blood pressure and circulation decide to go haywire—basically your cardiovascular system having a meltdown.

Example Usage

The trauma patient presented with hemodynamic instability requiring aggressive fluid resuscitation.

Origin

From Greek 'haima' (blood) and 'dynamis' (power); formalized in critical care medicine.

Fun Fact

Hemodynamic instability can develop in minutes and requires immediate intervention or the patient will rapidly decompensate.

Source: Critical care and emergency medicine

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