Ballistocardiography
Ballistocardiography
Ballistocardiography (pronunciation: /bəˌlɪstoʊˌkɑːrdiˈɒɡrəfi/) is a non-invasive medical diagnostic technique that involves the measurement and recording of the force and velocity of the blood ejected from the heart during each cardiac cycle.
Etymology
The term "Ballistocardiography" is derived from the Greek words ballisto which means "to throw", and kardia which means "heart". The suffix -graphy is also from Greek origin, meaning "to write" or "record".
Procedure
Ballistocardiography is performed using a ballistocardiograph, a device that measures the recoil of the body as blood is ejected with each heartbeat. This recoil is then graphically recorded, producing a ballistocardiogram. The procedure is non-invasive and can provide valuable information about the heart's function and the volume of blood being pumped with each beat.
Related Terms
- Cardiology: The branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the heart and parts of the circulatory system.
- Echocardiography: A diagnostic test that uses ultrasound waves to produce images of the heart.
- Electrocardiography: A method used to record the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time.
- Hemodynamics: The study of the forces involved in circulating blood throughout the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ballistocardiography
- Wikipedia's article - Ballistocardiography
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