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Tachycardia: meaning, definitions and examples

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tachycardia

 

[ ˌtækɪˈkɑːrdiə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Tachycardia refers to an abnormally high heart rate, typically defined as exceeding 100 beats per minute in resting adults. This condition can occur in response to various factors, including stress, anxiety, fever, or medical conditions such as hyperthyroidism or anemia. It may also arise from certain medications or stimulants like caffeine and nicotine. Tachycardia can be classified into several types, depending on its origin in the heart, including atrial, ventricular, and sinus tachycardia. If left untreated, tachycardia can lead to more serious heart issues, including palpitations, fainting, or even cardiac arrest.

Synonyms

fast heart rate, rapid heartbeat

Examples of usage

  • He was diagnosed with tachycardia after the stress test.
  • Tachycardia can be caused by high caffeine intake.
  • She experienced tachycardia during her panic attack.

Translations

Translations of the word "tachycardia" in other languages:

🇵🇹 taquicardia

🇮🇳 ताकिकार्डिया

🇩🇪 Tachykardie

🇮🇩 takikardia

🇺🇦 тахікардія

🇵🇱 tachykardia

🇯🇵 頻脈 (ひんみゃく)

🇫🇷 tachycardie

🇪🇸 taquicardia

🇹🇷 taşikardi

🇰🇷 빈맥 (빈맥)

🇸🇦 تسرع القلب

🇨🇿 tachykardie

🇸🇰 tachykardia

🇨🇳 心动过速 (xīndòngguòsù)

🇸🇮 tachikardija

🇮🇸 tachycardia

🇰🇿 тахикардия

🇬🇪 ტაქიკარდია

🇦🇿 tahikardiya

🇲🇽 taquicardia

Etymology

The term 'tachycardia' originates from the Greek words 'tachys' meaning 'swift' or 'fast', and 'cardia' meaning 'heart'. The concept of incorporating the measurement of heart rate into medical understanding became prominent in the 18th century with advances in physiological study. Prior to this, descriptions of fast heart rates existed but were not systematically categorized. The term began to be widely used in medical literature by the late 19th century as the advent of clinical cardiology emerged, creating a framework for diagnosing and treating heart conditions. This formed part of a broader trend in medicine during that period aimed at developing more precise definitions and classifications of diseases, enabling better communication among practitioners. Today, tachycardia is a common focus in both emergency and primary care settings, illustrating the crucial role of rapid heart rates in the overall understanding of cardiovascular health.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,249, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.