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Definition of Bradycardia

Bradycardia: A slow heart rate, usually defined as less than 60 beats per minute.

The word bradycardia is logically derived from two Greek roots: bradys, slow + cardia, heart = slow heart.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 5/22/2000

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