Dropsy

{dropf-se) [ydpoip, dropsy ]. An infiltration of the ti ues with diluted lymph, or the collection of such lymph in the body cavities. D. of Belly, ascites. D., Cardiac, that due to failure of compensation in cardiac disease. D. of Chest, hydrothorax. D. of Peritoneum, ascites, hydro peritoneum. D. of Pericardium, hydro pericardium. 247