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 Definitions of decompensation  [ˌdi kɒm pənˈseɪ ʃən]  

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Definition of 'decompensation' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) decompensation
the inability of a diseased heart to compensate for its defect.

2.  decompensation
inability to maintain appropriate psychological defenses, resulting in neurotic or psychotic symptoms.

Etymology:  (1900–05)


'decompensation' - Nearby Entries  

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