Riegel pulse

re·versed par·a·dox·i·cal pulse

a pulse in which the amplitude increases with inspiration and decreases with expiration, as observed in some cases of tricuspid insufficiency and of AV dissociation with sinus arrhythmia. Synonym(s): Riegel pulse

Rie·gel pulse

(rē'gel pŭls) A pulse that diminishes in volume during expiration.

Riegel pulse

(rēg′ĕl) [Franz Riegel, Ger. internist, 1843–1904] A diminution of the pulse in volume during expiration.

Riegel,

Franz, German physician, 1843-1904. Riegel pulse - a pulse that diminishes in volume during expiration.