pulsatile
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- pulsatility noun
Etymology
Origin of pulsatile
First recorded in 1535–45; from Medieval Latin pulsātīlis; See pulsate, -ile
Example Sentences
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“In this exploratory study dry cupping with a pulsatile cupping device relieved symptoms of knee OA compared to no intervention,” the researchers said.
From Salon • Aug. 10, 2024
The pulsatile subcutaneous pump has now revealed promising results in its first clinical trial.
From Science Daily • Oct. 20, 2023
In July 2010, Franklin saw an ear, nose and throat specialist for episodes of vertigo and pulsatile tinnitus, a rhythmic whooshing or thumping sound that can signal a serious disorder.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 16, 2021
The phenomenon of hearing your heartbeat is pulsatile tinnitus, a distinct symptom from tinnitus.
From New York Times • Nov. 4, 2016
It is pulsatile, and a systolic bruit or a “thrilling” murmur may be heard over it.
From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis
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