Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chronotropic
Adjective
kron-oh-TRO-pik
Definition
Relating to or affecting the time rate of rhythmic contractions, especially of the heart.
Examples
- The chronotropic effect of the drug caused the heart to beat faster.
- During exercise, the body experiences a positive chronotropic response, increasing the heart rate.
- Some medications have chronotropic properties that help control arrhythmias.
Meaning
Chronotropic describes how certain factors can influence the heart’s rate of beating, indicating whether it speeds up or slows down.
Synonyms
- Cardiac rate-affecting
- Heart rate-modulating
- Rate-altering
