HYPERDICROTISM Meaning and
Definition
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Hyperdicrotism is a medical term referring to a condition characterized by an excessive double beat of the arterial pulse wave during each cardiac cycle. In individuals with hyperdicrotism, the pulse is felt as two distinct beats instead of the normal single beat.
Typically, during a normal pulse, the arterial pulse wave is caused by the contraction of the heart and the subsequent surge of blood into the arteries. The wave is then transmitted throughout the arterial system and can be felt as a single beat at peripheral pulse points. However, in hyperdicrotism, there is an abnormal splitting of the pulse wave during its transmission, resulting in the perception of two separate beats.
Hyperdicrotism can be observed in certain cardiovascular conditions, such as aortic regurgitation, patent ductus arteriosus, aortic dissection, and hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy. It can also be associated with certain physiological states, including fever, pregnancy, and hyperthyroidism.
The detection of hyperdicrotism is typically done through physical examination, where an experienced healthcare professional palpates the arterial pulse points. Additional diagnostic tests, such as echocardiography or Doppler ultrasound, may be used to identify the underlying cause of hyperdicrotism.
Treatment for hyperdicrotism is aimed at addressing the underlying condition causing the abnormal pulse, with approaches including medication, surgery, or lifestyle changes, depending on the specific cause. In some cases, hyperdicrotism may resolve or diminish with appropriate management of the underlying condition.
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A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for HYPERDICROTISM
- gyperdicrotism
- byperdicrotism
- nyperdicrotism
- jyperdicrotism
- uyperdicrotism
- yyperdicrotism
- htperdicrotism
- hgperdicrotism
- hhperdicrotism
- huperdicrotism
- h7perdicrotism
- h6perdicrotism
- hyoerdicrotism
- hylerdicrotism
- hy-erdicrotism
- hy0erdicrotism
- hypwrdicrotism
- hypsrdicrotism
- hypdrdicrotism
Etymology of HYPERDICROTISM
The word "Hyperdicrotism" is derived from two Greek roots: "hyper" and "dicrotism".
1. "Hyper" (from Greek "ὑπέρ") means "over" or "excessive". It is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate an excessive, exaggerated, or abnormally high state.
2. "Dicrotism" (from Greek "δικροτισμός") refers to the condition of dicrotism, which is characterized by an abnormal double pulse or heartbeat. In a normal heartbeat, the aortic valve closes once during each heartbeat, but in dicrotism, the valve closes twice, causing a double pulse.
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