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ventricular

adj.
C1 Advanced US //vɛnˈtɹɪkjuɫɝ// UK //vɛntɹˈɪkjʊlɐ// ven·tric·u·lar

adj. relating to the lower chambers of the heart. These chambers pump blood out to the rest of the body.

adj. relating to the ventricles, the lower chambers of the heart that pump blood out to the systemic and pulmonary circulations.


SIMPLE

The doctor checked the ventricular rate during the exam.

CONTEXTUAL

The patient was admitted to the hospital after experiencing a sudden ventricular arrhythmia that caused his heart to beat too fast.

COMPLEX

Cardiologists use advanced imaging techniques to monitor ventricular function, ensuring that the heart's lower chambers contract efficiently to maintain adequate blood flow.

Origin

From New Latin *ventricularis, from ventriculus (“belly, stomach, ventricle”), diminutive of venter (“belly, stomach, womb”). Equivalent to ventricle + -ar; See ventricle.

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