METASTATIC CARCINOMA OF THE HEART Metastasis to the heart
... Metastasis to the heart is rare. In most of the cases reported the cardiac involvement was discovered microscopically. There are very few records of diffuse involvement. Metastasis has occurred generally from a carcinoma within the thoracic cavity. According to Nicholls and Morris metastasis to the ...
... Metastasis to the heart is rare. In most of the cases reported the cardiac involvement was discovered microscopically. There are very few records of diffuse involvement. Metastasis has occurred generally from a carcinoma within the thoracic cavity. According to Nicholls and Morris metastasis to the ...
Short QT syndrome
... 4 and 5), they were just shorter than 360 ms. As recently reviewed by Viskin (12), males with QTc <330 ms and females with QTc <340 ms should be diagnosed with SQTS even if they are asymptomatic since this values are very rare in healthy population. In addition, QTc intervals shorter than 360 and 37 ...
... 4 and 5), they were just shorter than 360 ms. As recently reviewed by Viskin (12), males with QTc <330 ms and females with QTc <340 ms should be diagnosed with SQTS even if they are asymptomatic since this values are very rare in healthy population. In addition, QTc intervals shorter than 360 and 37 ...
Country cardiograms case 54 - Society of Rural Physicians of Canada
... accompanied by a slow ventricular escape rhythm, often present with symptoms that include shortness of breath, near syncope and syncope. Symptoms of ...
... accompanied by a slow ventricular escape rhythm, often present with symptoms that include shortness of breath, near syncope and syncope. Symptoms of ...
ANAESTHETIC MANAGEMENT OF WOLFF-PARKINSON -WHITE SYNDROME FOR ELECTIVE CAESAREAN SECTION Research Article
... pancuronium, halothane precipitate tachycardia, therefore should be avoided. Treatment of WPW syndrome is directed at the underlying cause either uses of radio frequency ablation (RFA) of the accessory pathway (AP), anti-arrhythmic drugs slowing AP conduction or AV nodal blocking medication to slow ...
... pancuronium, halothane precipitate tachycardia, therefore should be avoided. Treatment of WPW syndrome is directed at the underlying cause either uses of radio frequency ablation (RFA) of the accessory pathway (AP), anti-arrhythmic drugs slowing AP conduction or AV nodal blocking medication to slow ...
THE HEART
... Fibrillation is high but uncoordinated heart rate caused by regions of myocardium contracting and relaxing independently (lack of syncytum). Atrial fibrillation is not very serious if ventricles are functioning normally. Ventricular fibrillation is usually fatal (the most common cause of sudden deat ...
... Fibrillation is high but uncoordinated heart rate caused by regions of myocardium contracting and relaxing independently (lack of syncytum). Atrial fibrillation is not very serious if ventricles are functioning normally. Ventricular fibrillation is usually fatal (the most common cause of sudden deat ...
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... Phase 2: The Plateau: Decrease in K+ permeability and increase in Ca2+ permeability; Ca2+ channels slowly opening since phases 0 and 1; When Ca2+ channels open some K+ channels close, a influx of Ca2+ and decreased efflux of Na+ causes A.P. to flatten out into plateau [extending refractory period/ac ...
... Phase 2: The Plateau: Decrease in K+ permeability and increase in Ca2+ permeability; Ca2+ channels slowly opening since phases 0 and 1; When Ca2+ channels open some K+ channels close, a influx of Ca2+ and decreased efflux of Na+ causes A.P. to flatten out into plateau [extending refractory period/ac ...
01 Physiological properties of heart
... the Purkinje fibers is 1-1,5 m / s. The process of ventricular depolarization begins at the middle third of the interventricular septum and extends to the top and side walls of the right and left ventricle. Basal parts of the ventricles and the upper third of the interventricular septum are depolyar ...
... the Purkinje fibers is 1-1,5 m / s. The process of ventricular depolarization begins at the middle third of the interventricular septum and extends to the top and side walls of the right and left ventricle. Basal parts of the ventricles and the upper third of the interventricular septum are depolyar ...
Examining the Gross Anatomy of the Human Heart
... 1. Carefully remove the pericardial sac to expose the entire heart. This can be accomplished by continuing your initial cut toward the base of the heart and detaching the pericardial sac’s attachments to the great vessels. The whitish lumpy tissue on the outer surface of the heart is fat tissue. The ...
... 1. Carefully remove the pericardial sac to expose the entire heart. This can be accomplished by continuing your initial cut toward the base of the heart and detaching the pericardial sac’s attachments to the great vessels. The whitish lumpy tissue on the outer surface of the heart is fat tissue. The ...
THE GRAPH OF AN ECG
... 1. What does ECG stand for and what does it record? 2. What are the different parts of an ECG wave of cycle? 3. Show a graph of one ECG wave making sure to label all parts. How long does each part last? 4. What does each part of an ECG wave show or represent? 5. Show a graph of a heart and label the ...
... 1. What does ECG stand for and what does it record? 2. What are the different parts of an ECG wave of cycle? 3. Show a graph of one ECG wave making sure to label all parts. How long does each part last? 4. What does each part of an ECG wave show or represent? 5. Show a graph of a heart and label the ...
Back
... First-degree heart block, or first-degree AV block, is the condition under which the electrical impulse moves through the AV node at a slower rate than normal. The cause of first degree heart block is not always known since in some cases it can be intermittent. However, in many cases, it may be to a ...
... First-degree heart block, or first-degree AV block, is the condition under which the electrical impulse moves through the AV node at a slower rate than normal. The cause of first degree heart block is not always known since in some cases it can be intermittent. However, in many cases, it may be to a ...
Electrolyte Imbalance and Resuscitation
... • There are no studies evaluating the treatment of hypercalcemia or hypocalcemia during arrest. • In case of hyperkalaemia and hypermagnesemia don't forget to use calcium ...
... • There are no studies evaluating the treatment of hypercalcemia or hypocalcemia during arrest. • In case of hyperkalaemia and hypermagnesemia don't forget to use calcium ...
this PDF file
... subtle changes in RV function and morphology can be missed in the early stages of the disease. Cardiac MRI may be needed to accurately look for areas of akinesia and dyskinesia and to measure RV function and RV volumes. Left ventricular function is likely to be normal, but very frequent PVCs may, ov ...
... subtle changes in RV function and morphology can be missed in the early stages of the disease. Cardiac MRI may be needed to accurately look for areas of akinesia and dyskinesia and to measure RV function and RV volumes. Left ventricular function is likely to be normal, but very frequent PVCs may, ov ...
Pulse outline
... G. Dorsalis pedis: to of foot arch 3. Pulse rate A. Noted as the number of beats per minute B. Vary with individuals depending on age, sex, and body size (1) Adults: wide range of 60 to 90 beats per minute (2) Adult men: 60 to 70 beats per minute (3) Adult women: 65 to 80 beats per minute (4) Childr ...
... G. Dorsalis pedis: to of foot arch 3. Pulse rate A. Noted as the number of beats per minute B. Vary with individuals depending on age, sex, and body size (1) Adults: wide range of 60 to 90 beats per minute (2) Adult men: 60 to 70 beats per minute (3) Adult women: 65 to 80 beats per minute (4) Childr ...
symptomaticunilateral cannon“a” waves 539
... to relieve the patient’s symptoms. In either event an electrode would have to be placed in the atrium, as well as a second electrode in the ventricle. This could be done by removing the system on the left and ...
... to relieve the patient’s symptoms. In either event an electrode would have to be placed in the atrium, as well as a second electrode in the ventricle. This could be done by removing the system on the left and ...
Jorgensen J1010 manual march 07.indd
... To obtain the most accurate tracings, care should be taken to avoid undo stress and minimize the “white coat” effect. Allow the animal to become familiar with its surroundings. Establishing contact with the patient is important, especially for the person administering the ECG. Consider owner partici ...
... To obtain the most accurate tracings, care should be taken to avoid undo stress and minimize the “white coat” effect. Allow the animal to become familiar with its surroundings. Establishing contact with the patient is important, especially for the person administering the ECG. Consider owner partici ...
2015 ESC Guidelines for the management of patients with
... VA and prevention of SCD • To describe and explain the epidemiology and pathophysiology of ventricular arrhythmias and SCD • To provide an up-to-date summary on current knowledge but also – and even more important – of current knowledge gaps • To come up with the best consensus on available and reas ...
... VA and prevention of SCD • To describe and explain the epidemiology and pathophysiology of ventricular arrhythmias and SCD • To provide an up-to-date summary on current knowledge but also – and even more important – of current knowledge gaps • To come up with the best consensus on available and reas ...
EKG made easy
... min. It is located high on the posterior wall of the right atrium, just below the opening of the superior vena cava under the epicardium. It initiates the electrical impulse that travels downward throughout both the R & L atrium causing depolarization. The impulse is then transmitted to the AV node. ...
... min. It is located high on the posterior wall of the right atrium, just below the opening of the superior vena cava under the epicardium. It initiates the electrical impulse that travels downward throughout both the R & L atrium causing depolarization. The impulse is then transmitted to the AV node. ...
Chapter Two Line Title Here and Chapter Title Here
... degree of stretch of cardiac muscle cells immediately before they contract. c. The most important factor determining the degree of stretch of cardiac muscle is venous return to the heart. d. Contractility is the contractile strength achieved at a given muscle length; contractile strength increases i ...
... degree of stretch of cardiac muscle cells immediately before they contract. c. The most important factor determining the degree of stretch of cardiac muscle is venous return to the heart. d. Contractility is the contractile strength achieved at a given muscle length; contractile strength increases i ...
CHAPTER 12 Bradycardia
... associated with a conduction disturbance below the level of the AV node. In type II second-degree AV block, QRS complexes are intermittently dropped with intervening complexes that have normal PR intervals (Figure 12-5). Type II second-degree heart block often precedes third-degree heart block. Thir ...
... associated with a conduction disturbance below the level of the AV node. In type II second-degree AV block, QRS complexes are intermittently dropped with intervening complexes that have normal PR intervals (Figure 12-5). Type II second-degree heart block often precedes third-degree heart block. Thir ...
Chapter 14 PPT
... Pacemakers (5 of 6) • Automatic implantable cardiac defibrillators (AICDs) – Used by some patients who have survived cardiac arrest due to ventricular fibrillation – Monitor heart rhythm and shock as needed. – Treat chest pain patients with AICDs like they are experiencing a heart attack. ...
... Pacemakers (5 of 6) • Automatic implantable cardiac defibrillators (AICDs) – Used by some patients who have survived cardiac arrest due to ventricular fibrillation – Monitor heart rhythm and shock as needed. – Treat chest pain patients with AICDs like they are experiencing a heart attack. ...
cardiac corner: name that arrhythmia
... Figure 1 is an example of sinus bradycardia. All of the parameters are intact except that the heart rate is too slow. In the classic definition of bradycardia, the heart rate is < 60 beats per minute. According to the AASM scoring manual, sinus bradycardia should be scored for a sustained heart rate ...
... Figure 1 is an example of sinus bradycardia. All of the parameters are intact except that the heart rate is too slow. In the classic definition of bradycardia, the heart rate is < 60 beats per minute. According to the AASM scoring manual, sinus bradycardia should be scored for a sustained heart rate ...
the role of heart sounds recording
... Coronary heart disease (CHD) without LV dysfunction does not produce an S3. However, if CHD results in LV dysfunction (either acute or chronic) leading to a poor ejection fraction, an S3 may develop. An S3 during acute myocardial infarction suggests a large infarction and does not necessarily mean L ...
... Coronary heart disease (CHD) without LV dysfunction does not produce an S3. However, if CHD results in LV dysfunction (either acute or chronic) leading to a poor ejection fraction, an S3 may develop. An S3 during acute myocardial infarction suggests a large infarction and does not necessarily mean L ...
Related Topics Pulse duration (DT), heart rate, end systolic diameter
... Do not fill the heart model with aggressive liquids. If the membrane is damaged it can be easily changed. Screw off the cover, the sealing ring must stay in the blue cover ring. Take off the round plastic insert and remove the old rubber membrane. Stretch the new membrane over the plastic insert. Ma ...
... Do not fill the heart model with aggressive liquids. If the membrane is damaged it can be easily changed. Screw off the cover, the sealing ring must stay in the blue cover ring. Take off the round plastic insert and remove the old rubber membrane. Stretch the new membrane over the plastic insert. Ma ...