fibrillation
[/ˌfɪbrɪˈleɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: fibrillations / fibrillações
fibrilação
1. rapid, irregular, and ineffective contractions of the heart muscle, often occurring in the atria or ventricles
The patient was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation and prescribed anticoagulants.
O paciente foi diagnosticado com fibrilação atrial e prescrito anticoagulantes.
2. a quivering or trembling motion, especially in muscle fibers
Ventricular fibrillation is a life-threatening cardiac arrhythmia.
A fibrilação ventricular é uma arritmia cardíaca que ameaça a vida.
3. in general biology, the formation of fine fibrils or fibers
Muscle fibrillation can occur due to nerve damage or degeneration.
A fibrilação muscular pode ocorrer devido a danos ou degeneração dos nervos.
Fibrillation, particularly atrial fibrillation, is increasingly common in both American and Brazilian populations due to aging demographics and lifestyle factors. In Brazil, it has become a significant public health concern, especially in elderly populations. The term is strictly medical and technical, used exclusively in healthcare settings by doctors, nurses, and patients discussing cardiac conditions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
in atrial fibrillation - em fibrilação atrial
fibrillation episode - episódio de fibrilação
paroxysmal fibrillation - fibrilação paroxística
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