Clinical Manifestations of Extracellular Fluid Volume Deficit: A Nutritional Perspective
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According to research, fluid loss of just 5% of extracellular fluid (ECF) volume can lead to noticeable clinical signs. An extracellular fluid volume deficit, also known as hypovolemia, is a state where the body loses more fluid and sodium than it takes in, resulting in a decreased volume of fluid circulating outside the body's cells. The resulting decline in effective circulating volume can lead to reduced organ perfusion, making the recognition of these clinical manifestations critical for timely intervention.
