dysrhythmia
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of dysrhythmia
First recorded in 1905–10; from New Latin, from Greek dys- dys- + rhythm(ós) rhythm + -ia -ia
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Nothing in the law prevents defense experts from using other medical explanations, such as cardiac dysrhythmia, for the deaths.
From Scientific American • Oct. 16, 2023
In Thompson's case, the immediate cause of death was "complications from cardiac dysrhythmia," but the way that occurred was "undetermined," according to the county coroner.
From Salon • Jan. 10, 2023
The cause of death for Robert Witt, 87, and Diane Witt, 75, was "probable cardiac dysrhythmia" due to the cold, according to death certificates issued Wednesday, The Telegram & Gazette reported.
From Fox News • Feb. 24, 2022
Her death certificate indicated she died at the Alaska Regional Hospital of malnutrition, dehydration, renal failure and heart dysrhythmia.
From Washington Times • Apr. 28, 2019
A medical examiner said the cause of death was "cardiac dysrhythmia" - a loss or interruption of a normal heartbeat that can lead to cardiac arrest.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 19, 2010
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