1. Plural of hydrops; abnormal accumulation of fluid in body tissues or cavities.
Usage: medical term; also called dropsy in older usage

Examples

• The patient was diagnosed with hydropses in the abdominal cavity.
• Multiple hydropses were observed in different organs during the examination.
• Treatment of hydropses depends on identifying the underlying cause.
• The doctor noted that hydropses can result from heart, liver, or kidney disease.
• Severe hydropses may require drainage procedures to relieve pressure.