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hypokinetic

hypokinetic

9.5
Having an area of the heart that moves less than normal
  • adjective
  • /ˌhaɪpəʊkɪˈnɛtɪk/
  • Specialized
translation icon : hipocinético
  • The doctor noted that the patient's heart was hypokinetic, showing reduced contraction in the left ventricle during the scan.

Examples

  • After reviewing the medical images, the specialist diagnosed the hypokinetic area of the heart, suggesting further tests.

  • In the ultrasound, the hypokinetic region of the heart was clearly visible, indicating a potential health issue.

  • Ventricular thrombi (1.3%) may develop within the hypokinetic left ventricle (Video 7) 35.

    Academic text (2016)

Synonyms

bradykinetic
vshypokinetic
  • Specialized
9.4

Having very slow movement because of a medical problem

refers to reduced movement or contraction rather than slower speed
hypoactive
vshypokinetic
  • Specialized
8.0

Less active than usual in the body or mind

is specific to reduced movement or contraction, not just low general activity

Antonyms

hyperkinetic
  • Specialized
8.6

Showing quick body movements that a person cannot control, often seen in some illnesses

How Strong

hyperkinetic
  • Specialized
8.6
hypokinetic
  • Specialized
9.5
akinetic
  • Specialized
9.5

Surface Forms

hypokinetic positive

Morphology

hypokinetic = kinetic (semi-transparent) = hypo + kinetic

The specialized medical sense still follows the literal composition of hypo- plus kinetic, though the usage is technical.

Etymology

Hypokinetic comes from hypo- 'under' or 'less' and kinetic 'movement', the same root you see in kinetic energy which is about motion. So in medicine a hypokinetic area of the heart is one that moves or contracts less on scans.