gallop

gallop definition - medical

gal·lop (gălˈəp)

noun
A triple cadence to the heart sounds at rates of 100 beats per minute or more due to an abnormal third or fourth heart sound being heard in addition to the first and second sounds. Also called gallop rhythm.

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