agonal

American  

[ag-uh-nl] / ˈæg ə nl /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or symptomatic of agony, especially paroxysmal distress, as the death throes.

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Etymology

Origin of agonal

First recorded in 1600–10; agon(y) + -al ¹

Example Sentences

The snoring was likely agonal breathing, a common sign of cardiac arrest, explained Dr. Michael Freeman, a forensic epidemiologist who testified in the George Floyd case.

From Seattle Times

A Pierce County Sheriff’s lieutenant would later tell investigators that once hobbled, Ellis’ breathing was agonal, explaining the sound was of someone dying and taking his last breaths, according to the charges.

From Seattle Times

After Judge Tanya Chutkan overruled them, Crowns suggested what reporters saw was called agonal breathing — involuntary intakes of air in the final moments before death.

From Seattle Times

After Judge Tanya Chutkan overruled them, Crowns suggested what reporters saw was called agonal breathing - involuntary intakes of air in the final moments before death.

From Washington Times

But otherwise, once they confirm a patient’s heart has flatlined — in what is known as an “asystole” or “agonal” rhythm on an EKG — paramedics are to pronounce the victim dead, with no attempt to resuscitate.

From New York Times