dicrotic

/ˈdɪkrɒtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a dicrotic pulse, or having two distinct phases of wave motion, especially in blood pressure.

“The doctor explained that the patient’s dicrotic pulse was a sign of an underlying cardiovascular issue.”

2. noun

a dicrotic pulse or wave.

“The cardiogram showed a dicrotic pattern indicating a problem with the patient’s heart.”

Synonyms

  • dicrophasic
  • dicrophasic pulse

Antonyms

  • monophasic