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Systolic: meaning, definitions and examples

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systolic

 

[ sɪˈstɑː.lɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical term

Systolic refers to the phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle contracts and pumps blood from the chambers into the arteries. It is commonly measured in blood pressure readings, represented as the top number in a fraction (e.g., 120/80 mmHg). The systolic pressure indicates how much pressure blood exerts against artery walls during heartbeats.

Synonyms

contractile, heart-contraction, pumping

Examples of usage

  • The systolic reading of 120 indicates good heart health.
  • Healthcare providers often monitor systolic pressure to assess cardiovascular risk.
  • Elevated systolic levels can indicate hypertension.

Translations

Translations of the word "systolic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sistólica

🇮🇳 सिस्टोलिक

🇩🇪 systolisch

🇮🇩 sistolik

🇺🇦 систолічний

🇵🇱 skurczowy

🇯🇵 収縮期の

🇫🇷 systolique

🇪🇸 sistólica

🇹🇷 sistolik

🇰🇷 수축기

🇸🇦 انقباضي

🇨🇿 systolický

🇸🇰 systolický

🇨🇳 收缩期的

🇸🇮 sistolni

🇮🇸 systolískur

🇰🇿 систолалық

🇬🇪 სისტოლური

🇦🇿 sistolik

🇲🇽 sistólica

Etymology

The word 'systolic' is derived from the Greek word 'systolē', which translates to 'a drawing together' or 'contraction'. This term originated from 'sys-', meaning 'together', and 'stolē', derived from 'stellein', meaning 'to send'. The medical usage of 'systolic' emerged in the early 19th century as physicians began to better understand the mechanics of the heart and blood circulation. As scientific inquiry into cardiovascular health progressed, the term became increasingly important in the field of medicine, particularly in the monitoring of blood pressure. The concept of systolic pressure was first established in the context of measuring arterial pressure and assessing heart health, necessitating a precise understanding of heart function and blood flow. Over time, the term has become standard in medical terminology, frequently appearing in health assessments and discussions related to cardiovascular diseases.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,558, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.