diastole

Meanings

• noun

  The period or phase of the heart cycle during which the heart chambers expand, allowing the blood to flow in.

  - "During diastole, the heart chambers fill with blood."
  - "The duration of diastole is crucial for maintaining an adequate blood supply to the body."

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Antonyms

systole , systole

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Synonyms

ectasis

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Variants

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diastole , diastoles , diastolic

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'diastole' meaning 'a stretching apart' or 'expansion'.

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Trivia

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1. The duration of diastole is typically longer than the duration of systole.

2. Diastole is essential for the proper functioning of the cardiovascular system.

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Related Concepts

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1. systole: The opposite phase of the heart cycle, during which the heart chambers contract, forcing blood out.

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In medicine, diastole is a critical component of the heart's function, and understanding its importance is essential for maintaining cardiovascular health.

How to Memorize "diastole"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the heart chambers expanding during diastole, allowing blood to flow in.

2. associate
   

   - Associate diastole with the idea of the heart 'filling up' with blood.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Diastole: Dilation Indicates Anterograde Flow' to remember the meaning.

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