Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
oliguric
Adjective
/ˌɒlɪˈɡjʊərɪk/
Definition
Relating to or characterized by the production of abnormally small amounts of urine.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed as oliguric after several days of dehydration.
- Doctors monitor oliguric patients closely to avoid complications.
- Oliguric conditions can indicate underlying health issues such as kidney failure.
Meaning
The term ‘oliguric’ is often used in medical contexts to describe a condition where a person produces less than 400 milliliters of urine in a day.
Synonyms
- Low urine output
- Decreased urination
- Oliguria
