bigeminy
/baɪˈdʒɛmɪni/
noun
- A heart rhythm in which every normal heartbeat is followed by a premature beat, creating a pattern of pairs.
- During the stress test, the monitor showed episodes of bigeminy.
- The cardiologist explained that bigeminy is often harmless but can cause palpitations.
- Patients with bigeminy may feel a fluttering sensation in their chest.