English Dictionary

Valsalva manoeuvre

noun

(medicine) A self-administered procedure comprising an attempted exhalation against a closed airway, usually performed by closing one's mouth and pinching one's nose shut while attempting, with moderate force, to expel air.

The Valsalva manoeuvre is a breathing technique used to increase pressure in the chest and abdomen.

意味（1）

(medicine) A self-administered procedure comprising an attempted exhalation against a closed airway, usually performed by closing one's mouth and pinching one's nose shut while attempting, with moderate force, to expel air.

Variations of the Valsalva manoeuvre can be used during medical examination.