Arythmias

/eɪˈrɪðmiəz/ noun

Definition

Plural of arythmia; multiple cases or types of irregular heartbeats.

Etymology

Simple plural formation of arythmia, following regular English pluralization rules.

Kelly Says

Cardiologists talk about 'arythmias' when discussing multiple irregular patterns a single patient might experience, which is why Holter monitors record your heart for 24 hours—to catch all the different types.

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