Plötzlicher Herztod - Hintergrundinformationen
... an electrical short circuit that makes the heart beat at rates between 150 – 200 beats per minute. • Ventricular fibrillation (VF) is an abnormally fast and chaotic rhythm that makes the heart beat more than 200 – 300 beats per minute. With VF, the heart quivers rapidly and cannot pump blood through ...
... an electrical short circuit that makes the heart beat at rates between 150 – 200 beats per minute. • Ventricular fibrillation (VF) is an abnormally fast and chaotic rhythm that makes the heart beat more than 200 – 300 beats per minute. With VF, the heart quivers rapidly and cannot pump blood through ...
Section 10 (More prefixes)
... identified by squeezing the heart, since the myocardium on the right side is much less rigid than that of the left ventricle. This incision allows us to see the tricuspid valve and the right ventricular outflow tract which includes the pulmonary valve. ...
... identified by squeezing the heart, since the myocardium on the right side is much less rigid than that of the left ventricle. This incision allows us to see the tricuspid valve and the right ventricular outflow tract which includes the pulmonary valve. ...
Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia
... emotional), the body releases adrenaline and noradrenaline (known as catecholamines); these cause the heart to beat faster and increase blood pressure. This response increases the amount of blood and oxygen getting to areas that need it. People with CPVT have an abnormal response to adrenaline, whic ...
... emotional), the body releases adrenaline and noradrenaline (known as catecholamines); these cause the heart to beat faster and increase blood pressure. This response increases the amount of blood and oxygen getting to areas that need it. People with CPVT have an abnormal response to adrenaline, whic ...
What is congestive heart failure?
... Usually congestive heart failure is the result of another underlying problem such as coronary artery disease, heart attack, hypertension (high blood pressure), some type of viral infection affecting the heart muscle, leaking of the heart valves or a condition known as cardiomyopathy. In this conditi ...
... Usually congestive heart failure is the result of another underlying problem such as coronary artery disease, heart attack, hypertension (high blood pressure), some type of viral infection affecting the heart muscle, leaking of the heart valves or a condition known as cardiomyopathy. In this conditi ...
Journal Club Presentation
... Patients with severe LV dysfunction often have lower cholesterol, yet they have worse outcomes. ...
... Patients with severe LV dysfunction often have lower cholesterol, yet they have worse outcomes. ...
5-Cardiomyopathy and Myocarditis
... new BBB, atrial fibrillation. Chest Xray: nonspecific; cardiomegaly & pulmonary vascular congestion (globular appearance) Echocardiograpy: ventricles & atria enlargement, increased systolic/diastolic volumes, EF <45%, abnormal ventricle contraction, valvular regurgitation: MR,AR. ...
... new BBB, atrial fibrillation. Chest Xray: nonspecific; cardiomegaly & pulmonary vascular congestion (globular appearance) Echocardiograpy: ventricles & atria enlargement, increased systolic/diastolic volumes, EF <45%, abnormal ventricle contraction, valvular regurgitation: MR,AR. ...
(Heart) Pre and Post Assessment
... B) Heart dams C) Kidneys D) Chambers Q.8 What organ removes waste from blood? A) Heart B) Lungs C) Eyes ...
... B) Heart dams C) Kidneys D) Chambers Q.8 What organ removes waste from blood? A) Heart B) Lungs C) Eyes ...
DR 15.1A - Heart Structure 9th edition rev
... After reading pages 397-399 complete the following: ...
... After reading pages 397-399 complete the following: ...
Document
... – When contractility is decreased, stroke volume falls and left ventricular end-diastolic volume (LVEDV) increases. – Dilation of the heart occurs and preload is increased. – Increased afterload is most commonly a result of increased peripheral vascular resistance (PVR). – With increased PVR, there ...
... – When contractility is decreased, stroke volume falls and left ventricular end-diastolic volume (LVEDV) increases. – Dilation of the heart occurs and preload is increased. – Increased afterload is most commonly a result of increased peripheral vascular resistance (PVR). – With increased PVR, there ...
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... Name the components of the conduction system of the heart, and trace the conduction pathway. Draw a diagram of a normal electrocardiogram tracing. Name the individual waves and intervals, and indicate what each represents. Name some abnormalities that can be detected on an ECG tracing. ...
... Name the components of the conduction system of the heart, and trace the conduction pathway. Draw a diagram of a normal electrocardiogram tracing. Name the individual waves and intervals, and indicate what each represents. Name some abnormalities that can be detected on an ECG tracing. ...
Treatment of CHF
... remodeling which ultimately leads to dysfunction. Impacting this cycle early favors outcomes and prognosis. A. Heart failure SUSPECTED because of signs/symptoms (doe, peripheral edema): 1. ECG: any evidence of dz? Poor prognostic indicators include: Wide QRS, low limb-lead voltages, extensive Q wave ...
... remodeling which ultimately leads to dysfunction. Impacting this cycle early favors outcomes and prognosis. A. Heart failure SUSPECTED because of signs/symptoms (doe, peripheral edema): 1. ECG: any evidence of dz? Poor prognostic indicators include: Wide QRS, low limb-lead voltages, extensive Q wave ...
Left ventricular assist devices as a part of heart transplant
... recommended in selected patients with end-stage HF despite optimal pharmacological and device treatment who are otherwise suitable for heart transplantation, to improve symptoms and reduce the risk of HF hospitalization for worsening HF and to reduce the risk of premature death while awaiting transp ...
... recommended in selected patients with end-stage HF despite optimal pharmacological and device treatment who are otherwise suitable for heart transplantation, to improve symptoms and reduce the risk of HF hospitalization for worsening HF and to reduce the risk of premature death while awaiting transp ...
Module 5 Cardiac
... Effects of increased volume - Dilation of the chamber - Regurgitation back into the atrium ...
... Effects of increased volume - Dilation of the chamber - Regurgitation back into the atrium ...
Heart Health (Mrs. McMahon)
... The heart works with its partner the lungs in order to pump blood to all parts of our body to keep us moving and thinking. It is an intricate plumbing system made up of arteries and veins. Arteries carry oxygen rich blood from the heart to the body and veins carry blood to the lungs to get oxygen. ...
... The heart works with its partner the lungs in order to pump blood to all parts of our body to keep us moving and thinking. It is an intricate plumbing system made up of arteries and veins. Arteries carry oxygen rich blood from the heart to the body and veins carry blood to the lungs to get oxygen. ...
A Look Into Congestive Heart Failure
... unable to relax and there is abnormal filling of the ventricles. • Systolic dysfunctions are due to the heart being unable to create a force great enough to eject blood normally. • The left ventricle systolic dysfunction is the most common cause of CHF, occurring in 60% of patients ...
... unable to relax and there is abnormal filling of the ventricles. • Systolic dysfunctions are due to the heart being unable to create a force great enough to eject blood normally. • The left ventricle systolic dysfunction is the most common cause of CHF, occurring in 60% of patients ...
Shone`s Syndrome - Children`s Heart Clinic
... Shone’s syndrome (also known as Shone’s complex) is a rare combination of four left-sided congenital cardiac anomalies including parachute mitral valve, supravalvar ring, coarctation (narrowing) of the aorta, and subaortic obstruction. The mitral valve leaflets are abnormal, often thickened or immob ...
... Shone’s syndrome (also known as Shone’s complex) is a rare combination of four left-sided congenital cardiac anomalies including parachute mitral valve, supravalvar ring, coarctation (narrowing) of the aorta, and subaortic obstruction. The mitral valve leaflets are abnormal, often thickened or immob ...
Shone`s Syndrome - The Children`s Heart Clinic, PA
... Shone’s syndrome (also known as Shone’s complex) is a rare combination of four left-sided congenital cardiac anomalies including parachute mitral valve, supravalvar ring, coarctation (narrowing) of the aorta, and subaortic obstruction. The mitral valve leaflets are abnormal, often thickened or immob ...
... Shone’s syndrome (also known as Shone’s complex) is a rare combination of four left-sided congenital cardiac anomalies including parachute mitral valve, supravalvar ring, coarctation (narrowing) of the aorta, and subaortic obstruction. The mitral valve leaflets are abnormal, often thickened or immob ...
Chronic heart failure
... cm from the outside of the midclavicular line. Cardiac deaf. Heart rate - 100 per min. BP 140/90 mm Hg. Liver 4 cm below the right upper quadrant. Radiological findings: heart extended to the left and down, determined paradoxical pulse. ECG - focal cicatricial changes in the anterior wall of the lef ...
... cm from the outside of the midclavicular line. Cardiac deaf. Heart rate - 100 per min. BP 140/90 mm Hg. Liver 4 cm below the right upper quadrant. Radiological findings: heart extended to the left and down, determined paradoxical pulse. ECG - focal cicatricial changes in the anterior wall of the lef ...
High grade B-cell lymphoma causing severe right heart failure
... of a patient with a history of lymphoma in severe right heart failure with a preoperative low quality transthoracic echo (TTE) suggestive of an intracardiac thrombus. However, an intraoperative transesophageal echo (TEE) revealed a large, solid mass suspicious for cancer that aided in critical decis ...
... of a patient with a history of lymphoma in severe right heart failure with a preoperative low quality transthoracic echo (TTE) suggestive of an intracardiac thrombus. However, an intraoperative transesophageal echo (TEE) revealed a large, solid mass suspicious for cancer that aided in critical decis ...
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
... the study of the heart the "bishop's hat" valve the arteries regularly carry … blood exception to # 3 the veins regularly carry … blood exception to # 5 the largest veins and arteries are closest to / furthest from the heart 8. a persistent chest pain is called 9. a benign tumor of a blood vessel is ...
... the study of the heart the "bishop's hat" valve the arteries regularly carry … blood exception to # 3 the veins regularly carry … blood exception to # 5 the largest veins and arteries are closest to / furthest from the heart 8. a persistent chest pain is called 9. a benign tumor of a blood vessel is ...
CH. 13 Cardio Notes
... then relax (Diastole—Dupp) Blood pressure-force blood exerts in arteries ...
... then relax (Diastole—Dupp) Blood pressure-force blood exerts in arteries ...
Cardiac Medications in a Nutshell
... Atenolol is a drug belonging to the group of β-blockers, a class of drugs used primarily in cardiovascular diseases. Introduced in 1976, atenolol was developed as a replacement for propranolol in the treatment of hypertension. The chemical works by slowing down the heart and reducing its workload. A ...
... Atenolol is a drug belonging to the group of β-blockers, a class of drugs used primarily in cardiovascular diseases. Introduced in 1976, atenolol was developed as a replacement for propranolol in the treatment of hypertension. The chemical works by slowing down the heart and reducing its workload. A ...
Fun Facts - Kalakaua Middle School
... The adult heart pumps about 5 quarts of blood each minute throughout the body. That’s about 2,000 gallons of blood each day. The heart pumps about 1 million barrels of blood during an average lifetime. The heart beats about 100,000 times each day. By age 70, the average human heart beats more than 2 ...
... The adult heart pumps about 5 quarts of blood each minute throughout the body. That’s about 2,000 gallons of blood each day. The heart pumps about 1 million barrels of blood during an average lifetime. The heart beats about 100,000 times each day. By age 70, the average human heart beats more than 2 ...
L-TGA - Children`s Heart Clinic
... heart. In L-TGA, both the ventricles (pumping chambers) and great vessels (aorta & pulmonary trunk) are transposed (on the opposite side). This is because, during in-utero development, the heart turned to the left (l-looped), rather than to the right. This causes the morphological right ventricle (a ...
... heart. In L-TGA, both the ventricles (pumping chambers) and great vessels (aorta & pulmonary trunk) are transposed (on the opposite side). This is because, during in-utero development, the heart turned to the left (l-looped), rather than to the right. This causes the morphological right ventricle (a ...
Heart Lab Questions
... 2. What is the muscular layer of the heart is called? 3. What is the name of the sac surrounding the heart? 4. What is the function of the heart? 5. What is the function of an artery? 6. What is the function of a vein? 7. What is the specific space in the thoracic cavity where the heart is located? ...
... 2. What is the muscular layer of the heart is called? 3. What is the name of the sac surrounding the heart? 4. What is the function of the heart? 5. What is the function of an artery? 6. What is the function of a vein? 7. What is the specific space in the thoracic cavity where the heart is located? ...
Heart failure
Heart failure (HF), often referred to as congestive heart failure (CHF), occurs when the heart is unable to pump sufficiently to maintain blood flow to meet the body's needs. The terms chronic heart failure (CHF) or congestive cardiac failure (CCF) are often used interchangeably with congestive heart failure. Signs and symptoms commonly include shortness of breath, excessive tiredness, and leg swelling. The shortness of breath is usually worse with exercise, while lying down, and may wake the person at night. A limited ability to exercise is also a common feature.Common causes of heart failure include coronary artery disease including a previous myocardial infarction (heart attack), high blood pressure, atrial fibrillation, valvular heart disease, excess alcohol use, infection, and cardiomyopathy of an unknown cause. These cause heart failure by changing either the structure or the functioning of the heart. There are two main types of heart failure: heart failure due to left ventricular dysfunction and heart failure with normal ejection fraction depending on if the ability of the left ventricle to contract is affected, or the heart's ability to relax. The severity of disease is usually graded by the degree of problems with exercise. Heart failure is not the same as myocardial infarction (in which part of the heart muscle dies) or cardiac arrest (in which blood flow stops altogether). Other diseases that may have symptoms similar to heart failure include obesity, kidney failure, liver problems, anemia and thyroid disease.The condition is diagnosed based on the history of the symptoms and a physical examination with confirmation by echocardiography. Blood tests, electrocardiography, and chest radiography may be useful to determine the underlying cause. Treatment depends on the severity and cause of the disease. In people with chronic stable mild heart failure, treatment commonly consists of lifestyle modifications such as stopping smoking, physical exercise, and dietary changes, as well as medications. In those with heart failure due to left ventricular dysfunction, angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers along with beta blockers are recommended. For those with severe disease, aldosterone antagonists, or hydralazine plus a nitrate may be used. Diuretics are useful for preventing fluid retention. Sometimes, depending on the cause, an implanted device such as a pacemaker or an implantable cardiac defibrillator may be recommended. In some moderate or severe cases cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) may be suggested or cardiac contractility modulation may be of benefit. A ventricular assist device or occasionally a heart transplant may be recommended in those with severe disease despite all other measures.Heart failure is a common, costly, and potentially fatal condition. In developed countries, around 2% of adults have heart failure and in those over the age of 65, this increases to 6–10%. In the year after diagnosis the risk of death is about 35% after which it decreases to below 10% each year. This is similar to the risks with a number of types of cancer. In the United Kingdom the disease is the reason for 5% of emergency hospital admissions. Heart failure has been known since ancient times with the Ebers papyrus commenting on it around 1550 BCE.