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Noun
  1. The result of being impaired; a deterioration or weakening; a disability or handicap; an inefficient part or factor.
  2. (accounting) A downward revaluation, a write-down.
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Lymphedema is an accumulation of protein-rich fluid in the interstitial spaces due to impairment of the venous or lymphatic systems.
These results suggest that subchronic treatment with ginseng extract improves spatial cognitive impairment in aged rats.
We then calculated degree of cognitive impairment, function in activities of daily living, and behavioural disturbances.
Measures of oxidative stress are correlated with the degree of impairment of LV function.
McAuley seconded Hope's sentiment and sought in transitory embraces an answer to his nagging fear of emotional impairment.
Two significant complications of lung transplantation include the impairment of the cough reflex and mucociliary clearance.

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