noun
- Plural of bacteremia; the presence of bacteria in the bloodstream.
Usage: Medical/clinical term; Often used in medical contexts to describe a condition that may or may not cause symptoms
Examples
- The patient developed multiple bacteremias following the dental procedure.
- Recurrent bacteremias can indicate an underlying infection that requires treatment.
- Blood cultures were ordered to identify the organisms causing the bacteremias.
- Transient bacteremias may occur after certain medical procedures.
- The doctor monitored the patient for signs of bacteremias during hospitalization.