fibrillation

(noun)

the rapid, irregular, and unsynchronized contraction of the muscle fibers of the heart

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Examples of fibrillation in the following topics:

  • Humans and Electric Hazards

    • The current may, if it is high enough, cause tissue damage or fibrillation, which leads to cardiac arrest. 60 mA of AC (rms, 60 Hz) or 300-500 mA of DC can cause fibrillation.The potential severity of the shock depends on paths through the body that the currents take.
    • Currents of only 10 µA can be sufficient to cause fibrillation in this case.