Hypotension orthostatiqueL'hypotension orthostatique est définie par une chute de la pression artérielle systolique d'au moins lors du passage de la position allongée à la position debout et se traduit par une sensation de malaise. Cette chute de la pression artérielle résulte d'un défaut d'adaptation posturale de la pression artérielle lors du passage en position debout, défaut d'adaptation qui entraîne une ischémie cérébrale. Cela peut aller du simple malaise à la syncope (perte de conscience), de quelques secondes à quelques minutes.
Fixed exchange rate systemA fixed exchange rate, often called a pegged exchange rate, is a type of exchange rate regime in which a currency's value is fixed or pegged by a monetary authority against the value of another currency, a basket of other currencies, or another measure of value, such as gold. There are benefits and risks to using a fixed exchange rate system. A fixed exchange rate is typically used to stabilize the exchange rate of a currency by directly fixing its value in a predetermined ratio to a different, more stable, or more internationally prevalent currency (or currencies) to which the currency is pegged.
KyphoscoliosisKyphoscoliosis describes an abnormal curvature of the spine in both the coronal and sagittal planes. It is a combination of kyphosis and scoliosis. This musculoskeletal disorder often leads to other issues in patients, such as under-ventilation of lungs, pulmonary hypertension, difficulty in performing day-to-day activities, psychological issues emanating from anxiety about acceptance among peers, especially in young patients.
