cantering rhythm
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gal·lop
(gal'ŏp), A triple cadence to the heart sounds; due to an abnormal third or fourth heart sound being heard in addition to the first and second sounds, and usually indicative of serious disease.
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gal·lop
, gallop rhythm (gal'ŏp, ridh'ŭm) A triple cadence to the heart sounds due to an abnormal third or fourth heart sound being heard in addition to the first and second sounds; sometimes indicative of serious disease.
Synonym(s):
cantering rhythm,
Traube bruit.
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