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apex impulse

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apex impulse [′ā‚peks ¦im‚pəls]
(physiology)
The point of maximum outward movement of the left ventricle of the heart during systole, normally localized in the fifth left intercostal space in the midclavicular line. Also known as left ventricular thrust.


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