1. plural of hemodilution; the process of reducing the concentration of red blood cells and hemoglobin in the blood by increasing the volume of blood plasma, often used in medical procedures to improve blood flow.
Usage: medical/clinical term; typically used in surgical and transfusion contexts

Examples

• The surgeon used controlled hemodilutions to reduce blood viscosity during the lengthy operation.
• Hemodilutions can help prevent thrombosis by improving microcirculation.
• The anesthesiologist monitored hemodilutions to maintain adequate oxygen delivery to tissues.
• Acute hemodilutions may occur following rapid intravenous fluid administration.
• Controlled hemodilutions are sometimes employed as an alternative to blood transfusions.