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What is a Valsalva?

What is a Valsalva? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. Synonym of Valsalva device
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Examples
Colin wrenched the wheel, and the car narrowly missed a fair-sized tree as it bobbed down Valsalva Street.
Physical examination demonstrated a mass on the left side of her neck that tripled in size during a Valsalva maneuver.
One such case seen only at autopsy had a rupture of the aorta just above the sinus of Valsalva and died of hemopericardium.
The mobility of the urethra, bladder, cervix, and rectal ampulla were determined by ultrasound measurements in the supine position, after voiding, and on Valsalva maneuver.
Patients may be able to force food through the esophagus by performing a Valsalva maneuver, or they may regurgitate undigested food.
When performing strengthening exercises, patients should be instructed not to perform the Valsalva maneuver during the activity, as this can cause hypotension.

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