Meaning of HEART FAILURE

Pronunciation:			hârt 'feylyur
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	Definition:		Condition caused when the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet the needs of the body; also characterized by fluid collecting in various parts of the body (such as legs, lungs, liver).
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