dyssystole

/dɪˈsɪstəʊli/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of irregular heartbeat characterized by an abnormally long pause between heartbeats.

“The ECG revealed that the patient was experiencing dyssystole, which explained her recurring fainting spells.”

Synonyms

  • bradycardia
  • heart block

Antonyms

  • tachycardia