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Hypoxic hypoxia

This type of hypoxia is a result of insufficient oxygen available to the lungs. A decrease of oxygen molecules at sufficient pressure can lead to hypoxic hypoxia.

Dictionary Term

Hypoxic hypoxia

Definition

This type of hypoxia is a result of insufficient oxygen available to the lungs. A decrease of oxygen molecules at sufficient pressure can lead to hypoxic hypoxia.

References

Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge · Federal Aviation Administration · 2023