noun
- abnormal heart rhythms or irregular heartbeats
Usage: medical term; plural form of dysrhythmia
Examples
- The cardiologist detected several dysrhythmias during the patient’s ECG.
- Certain medications can cause dysrhythmias as a side effect.
- The emergency room monitors patients for dangerous dysrhythmias.
- Athletes may develop dysrhythmias due to intense training.
- Treatment for dysrhythmias varies depending on their severity.
- The doctor explained that some dysrhythmias are harmless while others require immediate attention.