Meaning of the word "brain death" in English
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brain death
US /breɪn deθ/
UK /breɪn deθ/
Noun
1.
irreversible cessation of all functions of the entire brain, including the brainstem
Example:
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The patient was declared to have suffered brain death after extensive tests.
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Organ donation is possible only after a diagnosis of brain death.
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