Main Entry: hypostatic pneumonia Function: noun : pneumonia that usually results from the collection of fluid in the dorsal region of the lungs and occurs especially inthose (as the bedridden or elderly) confined to a supine position for extended periods
hypostatic pneumonian. Pulmonary congestion due to the stagnation of blood in the dependent portions of the lungs in old persons or in those who are ill and lie in the same position for long periods.
