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Arrhythmia: meaning, definitions and examples

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arrhythmia

 

[ əˈrɪð.mi.ə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Arrhythmia refers to an irregular heartbeat that can occur when the electrical impulses that coordinate the heartbeats malfunction. This condition can manifest as a heart that beats too quickly, too slowly, or with an irregular rhythm. While some arrhythmias are harmless, others can lead to serious health problems like stroke, heart failure, or sudden cardiac arrest. Diagnosis often involves an electrocardiogram (ECG) to measure the heart's electrical activity, and treatment can vary from medication to surgical interventions.

Synonyms

dysrhythmia, irregular heartbeat, palpitations

Examples of usage

  • The patient was diagnosed with arrhythmia after experiencing palpitations.
  • Certain medications can help manage arrhythmia effectively.
  • Lifestyle changes are often recommended to reduce the risk of arrhythmia.

Translations

Translations of the word "arrhythmia" in other languages:

🇵🇹 arritmia

🇮🇳 अतालता

🇩🇪 Arrhythmie

🇮🇩 aritmia

🇺🇦 аритмія

🇵🇱 arytmia

🇯🇵 不整脈

🇫🇷 arythmie

🇪🇸 arritmia

🇹🇷 aritmi

🇰🇷 부정맥

🇸🇦 عدم انتظام ضربات القلب

🇨🇿 arytmie

🇸🇰 arytmia

🇨🇳 心律失常

🇸🇮 aritmija

🇮🇸 óregluleiki

🇰🇿 аритмия

🇬🇪 არითმია

🇦🇿 aritmi

🇲🇽 arritmia

Word origin

The term 'arrhythmia' has its roots in the Greek language, combining 'a-' meaning 'without' and 'rhythmia' from 'rhythmos', which means 'rhythm'. The concept of arrhythmia dates back to ancient civilizations that recognized abnormal heart rhythms but lacked the medical understanding of the heart's electrical system. Scientific advancements in the 20th century, particularly the development of the electrocardiogram by Willem Einthoven, allowed for better diagnosis and understanding of arrhythmias. Over the years, research has expanded our knowledge of various types of arrhythmias and their implications for treatment, leading to improved management techniques and outcomes. As medicine has progressed, arrhythmias have become a significant focus of cardiovascular health, emphasizing the importance of early detection and intervention.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,392, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.