Definition

A medical procedure used to restore a normal heartbeat by applying an electrical shock or using medication.

Example

The doctor recommended cardioversion to treat the patient's irregular heartbeat.

Conversation

Did you hear about Tom's recent cardioversion?

Yeah, I heard he had to go through it to fix his heart rhythm.

I hope he's feeling better now after the cardioversion procedure.

Me too! It's good that he took care of it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cardioversion is formed from "cardio-" (from Greek "kardia", meaning heart) and "version" (from Latin "versio", meaning turning). The term refers to the process of turning or restoring the heart to a normal rhythm.

Memory Tip

Think of 'heart' ('cardio-') being 'turned' or restored ('version') to its normal rhythm — that's what cardioversion means.

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