local asphyxia


lo·cal as·phyx·i·a

stagnation of the circulation, sometimes resulting in local gangrene, especially of the fingers; one of the symptoms usually associated with Raynaud disease.

lo·cal as·phyx·ia

(lō'kăl as-fik'sē-ă) Stagnation of circulation, sometimes resulting in local gangrene, especially of the fingers; one of the symptoms usually associated with Raynaud syndrome.

local asphyxia

Asphyxia affecting a limited portion of the body (e.g., fingers, hands, toes, or feet) due to insufficient blood supply. It is a symptom usually associated with Raynaud's disease. See also: asphyxia