| Medicine/Medical. a fall in blood pressure associated with an upright position, usually occurring as a result of standing still for a long time or rising from a prolonged stay in bed and often causing faintness, dizziness, and vision disturbances. |
| Main Entry: | postural hypotension |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | See orthostatic hypotension |
orthostatic hypotension n.
A form of low blood pressure precipitated by moving from a lying or sitting position to standing up straight. Also called postural hypotension.
postural hypotension n.
See orthostatic hypotension.
