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Definitions from the WebAdams-StokesDescription:Adams-Stokes is a medical term used to describe a condition characterized by sudden loss of consciousness due to a temporary cessation of heart rhythm. It is typically caused by a blockage in the electrical conduction system of the heart. Parts of Speech:Noun, Proper Noun Senses and Usages:Sense 1:(Noun) A medical condition resulting in sudden loss of consciousness due to abnormal heart rhythm. Example Sentence: She suffered from frequent episodes of Adams-Stokes, necessitating the implantation of a pacemaker. Sense 2:(Proper Noun) Adams-Stokes Syndrome, a specific medical condition named after physicians Robert Adams and William Stokes. Example Sentence: Adams-Stokes syndrome was first described in the early 19th century by Dr. Robert Adams and Dr. William Stokes. Related Products: | ||||
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