Hyperdynamic precordium
Hyperdynamic precordium
Hyperdynamic precordium (pronunciation: hi-per-dy-nam-ic pre-cor-di-um) is a medical term used to describe an excessively forceful or vigorous movement or action of the heart in the area of the chest immediately in front of the heart, known as the precordium.
Etymology
The term 'hyperdynamic precordium' is derived from the Greek words 'hyper' meaning 'over' or 'excessive', 'dynamis' meaning 'power' or 'force', and the Latin word 'praecordia' meaning 'the parts about the heart'.
Definition
Hyperdynamic precordium is a condition characterized by an increased forcefulness of the heart's contractions, which can be felt as a strong or bounding pulse in the precordium. This can be a sign of various cardiovascular diseases, including heart failure, hypertension, and valvular heart disease.
Related Terms
- Precordium: The area of the chest that is immediately in front of the heart.
- Cardiovascular system: The system in the body that is responsible for pumping blood and carrying oxygen and nutrients to the tissues.
- Heart failure: A condition in which the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs.
- Hypertension: A condition characterized by high blood pressure.
- Valvular heart disease: A disease that affects one or more of the four valves of the heart.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hyperdynamic precordium
- Wikipedia's article - Hyperdynamic precordium
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