Spitzensystolische

Spitzensystolische is a term found in some German-language scientific texts, used to refer to aspects of the systolic phase of the cardiac cycle that are associated with a peak or spike. It is not part of the core, internationally standardized cardiology vocabulary, and its precise meaning can vary between sources.

In practice, Spitzensystolische may appear in discussions of imaging or hemodynamics, including echocardiography, Doppler flow measurements, or arterial pressure waveforms. Because there is no single universal definition, the term often describes a peak-related feature observed during systole, such as a peak velocity, peak pressure, or a localized peak in a flow or motion pattern. The exact interpretation depends on the methodological context and the author’s specific description.

Etymology reflects its components: Spitz (peak or spike) and systolische (systolic), signaling a relation to the peak part of the systolic interval. Given the lack of standardization, researchers and clinicians should consult the original source to understand how Spitzensystolische is defined and applied within that particular study or diagnostic framework.

See also: cardiac cycle, systole, echocardiography, Doppler ultrasonography. For precise usage, refer to the specific publication or guideline where the term appears, as its definition may differ across investigations and modalities.