Hypovolaemia

Hypovolaemia is a clinical condition characterised by a decreased volume of blood plasma, leading to reduced circulating blood volume. It is critical in clinical practice as it can result in inadequate tissue perfusion, potentially causing organ dysfunction or failure. A common association is with severe dehydration or blood loss, such as in trauma or gastrointestinal bleeding, which necessitates prompt recognition and management to prevent serious complications like shock.