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Cerebral hypoxia

Alternative Names: Hypoxic encephalopathy Prevention: Prevention depends on the specific cause of hypoxia. Unfortunately, hypoxia is usually unexpected and grave. This makes this condition somewhat difficult to prevent. Text Continues Below Knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) maneuvers can be lifesaving, especially when they are started soon after the onset of symptoms.

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