Cheyne-Stokes respiration
Cheyne-Stokes respiration (pronounced: chain-stokes) is a specific form of abnormal breathing pattern characterized by a cyclic variation of breaths. The pattern involves periods of tachypnea (rapid breathing) and apnea (cessation of breathing), occurring in a regular cycle.
Etymology
The term "Cheyne-Stokes respiration" is named after two physicians, Dr. John Cheyne and Dr. William Stokes, who first described this breathing pattern in the 19th century.
Characteristics
Cheyne-Stokes respiration is characterized by a gradual increase and then decrease in the volume and rate of breathing, followed by a period of apnea. The cycle repeats every 30 seconds to 2 minutes. This pattern is often seen in patients with heart failure, stroke, or brain injury.
Related Terms
- Tachypnea: An abnormally rapid breathing.
- Apnea: A temporary cessation of breathing.
- Dyspnea: Difficult or labored breathing.
- Hypopnea: Abnormally slow or shallow breathing.
- Bradypnea: An abnormally slow breathing rate.
See Also
References
- Cheyne-Stokes Respiration. (n.d.). In MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000129.htm
- Cheyne-Stokes Respiration. (n.d.). In Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary. Retrieved from https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/Cheyne-Stokes%20respiration
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cheyne-Stokes respiration
- Wikipedia's article - Cheyne-Stokes respiration
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