Fail
Fail
Fail (/feɪl/), from the Old French faillir meaning "to lack, miss", is a term used in various fields of medicine to denote the inability of a system or organ to perform its function adequately.
Medical Context
In a medical context, the term "fail" is often used in conjunction with specific organs or systems, such as heart failure, kidney failure, or respiratory failure. These terms refer to the inability of the organ or system to perform its normal function, often leading to serious health consequences.
Heart Failure
Heart failure is a chronic condition in which the heart doesn't pump blood as well as it should. Symptoms can include shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling in the legs, ankles, and feet.
Kidney Failure
Kidney failure, also known as renal failure, is a condition in which the kidneys lose the ability to sufficiently filter waste from the blood. This can lead to a buildup of waste products and fluid in the body.
Respiratory Failure
Respiratory failure is a condition in which the respiratory system fails in one or both of its gas exchange functions: oxygenation and carbon dioxide elimination.
Related Terms
- Failure to thrive: A condition seen in children who do not gain weight and grow as they should.
- Liver failure: A life-threatening condition that demands urgent medical care. It occurs when a large part of the liver becomes damaged beyond repair and the liver is no longer able to function.
- Multi-organ failure: A severe, life-threatening condition that usually occurs as a result of major illness, injury, or infection.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fail
- Wikipedia's article - Fail
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