Deep, rapid respiration characteristic of diabetic or other causes of acidosis. ... Synonym: Kussmaul-Kien respiration. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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a distressing, paroxysmal dyspnea affecting both inspiration and expiration, characterized by increased respiratory rate (above 20 per minute), increased depth of respiration, panting, and labored respiration; seen in diabetic acidosis and coma and renal failure. Called also air hunger.
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Type: Term Pronunciation: kūs′mowl Definitions: 1. deep, rapid respiration characteristic of diabetic or other causes of acidosis. Synonyms: Kussmaul-Kien respiration
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