Electrocardiographic changes in 1000 highly trained junior elite
... significantly more common in athletes, it was also present in 23% of non-athletes, indicating that it is probably a poor indicator of LVH in the young. Factors such as chest wall shape and size are also important determinants of the magnitude of voltage complexes on the surface ECG and were probably ...
... significantly more common in athletes, it was also present in 23% of non-athletes, indicating that it is probably a poor indicator of LVH in the young. Factors such as chest wall shape and size are also important determinants of the magnitude of voltage complexes on the surface ECG and were probably ...
Congenital heart disease statistics
... The formation of the human heart takes place during weeks six to twelve of fetal development. The process is an intricate one which can be influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Until recently it was believed that eight children in every one thousand were born with a developmental def ...
... The formation of the human heart takes place during weeks six to twelve of fetal development. The process is an intricate one which can be influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Until recently it was believed that eight children in every one thousand were born with a developmental def ...
Interaction between digoxin and calcium antagonists and
... intensified glycoside effects. For complete insight into this correlation, the intrinsic properties of each drug must be reviewed without regard to the additional kinetic interaction. Verapamil and nifedipine are reported to decrease peripheral resistance and blood pressure as well as to elicit symp ...
... intensified glycoside effects. For complete insight into this correlation, the intrinsic properties of each drug must be reviewed without regard to the additional kinetic interaction. Verapamil and nifedipine are reported to decrease peripheral resistance and blood pressure as well as to elicit symp ...
Aalborg Universitet Christensen, Toke Folke
... In this PhD thesis it is explored how hypoglycaemia in type 1 diabetes affects cardiac repolarisation. Furthermore, the physiological mechanisms governing this phenomenon are investigated. In addition to this work, a substantial amount of time has been spent on exploiting the data and knowledge obta ...
... In this PhD thesis it is explored how hypoglycaemia in type 1 diabetes affects cardiac repolarisation. Furthermore, the physiological mechanisms governing this phenomenon are investigated. In addition to this work, a substantial amount of time has been spent on exploiting the data and knowledge obta ...
Exercise Management – Angina and Silent Ischemia
... “Current evidence-based guidelines for the evaluation and treatment of UA/non-ST-segment elevation MI (NSTEMI) state that exercise testing is contraindicated in patients with acute ischemia but can be performed in patients with nondiagnostic electrocardiograms (ECGs), negative cardiac biomarkers, an ...
... “Current evidence-based guidelines for the evaluation and treatment of UA/non-ST-segment elevation MI (NSTEMI) state that exercise testing is contraindicated in patients with acute ischemia but can be performed in patients with nondiagnostic electrocardiograms (ECGs), negative cardiac biomarkers, an ...
EKG Review Part I - Emergency Medicine Society at NSU College of
... are most likely propagated from the sino-atrial node. These intrinsic rates are modified by many factors including sympathetic tone, drugs, and physical condition. They are rough approximations and may help you rule out certain dysrhythmias. To reliably determine the rate, you can use several method ...
... are most likely propagated from the sino-atrial node. These intrinsic rates are modified by many factors including sympathetic tone, drugs, and physical condition. They are rough approximations and may help you rule out certain dysrhythmias. To reliably determine the rate, you can use several method ...
ecg and heart functi..
... 5) Describe at least two differences between the ECG tracings of the subject at rest and after exercise. 6) Why is the amplitude of the ECG tracing of the subject after exercise higher than when measured at rest? 7) Tachycardia is a term used to indicate a rapid heart rate. Which of the two ECG trac ...
... 5) Describe at least two differences between the ECG tracings of the subject at rest and after exercise. 6) Why is the amplitude of the ECG tracing of the subject after exercise higher than when measured at rest? 7) Tachycardia is a term used to indicate a rapid heart rate. Which of the two ECG trac ...
Coronary anomalies: single centre experience
... silent and usually are found incidentally during angiographic evaluation for other cardiac diseases. Certain types of anomalies that are associated with impaired myocardial perfusion can result in angina, congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction, cardiomyopathy, ventricular aneurysms, or sudd ...
... silent and usually are found incidentally during angiographic evaluation for other cardiac diseases. Certain types of anomalies that are associated with impaired myocardial perfusion can result in angina, congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction, cardiomyopathy, ventricular aneurysms, or sudd ...
Angiotensin II receptor antagonists and cold hands and feet
... angiotensin II receptor antagonists. There is no clear distinction between peripheral coldness and Raynaud’s phenomenon in the reports. Some reporters use the term peripheral coldness, while others use the term Raynaud’s phenomenon for the same symptoms. Most reports were reported by general practit ...
... angiotensin II receptor antagonists. There is no clear distinction between peripheral coldness and Raynaud’s phenomenon in the reports. Some reporters use the term peripheral coldness, while others use the term Raynaud’s phenomenon for the same symptoms. Most reports were reported by general practit ...
Noninvasive Pacing
... Although current insertion techniques limit the risks associated with transvenous pacing, complications such as infection, bleeding, pulmonary embolism, pneumothorax, cardiac tamponade and ventricular tachycardia can occur.13 Finally, transvenous pacing is expensive. Costs include the pacing cathete ...
... Although current insertion techniques limit the risks associated with transvenous pacing, complications such as infection, bleeding, pulmonary embolism, pneumothorax, cardiac tamponade and ventricular tachycardia can occur.13 Finally, transvenous pacing is expensive. Costs include the pacing cathete ...
ACC/AAP/AHA/ASE/HRS/SCAI/SCCT/SCMR/SOPE 2014
... In an effort to respond to the need for the rational use of services in the delivery of high quality care, the ACC has undertaken a process to determine the appropriate use of cardiovascular imaging and procedures for selected patient indications. AUC publications reflect an ongoing effort by the ACC ...
... In an effort to respond to the need for the rational use of services in the delivery of high quality care, the ACC has undertaken a process to determine the appropriate use of cardiovascular imaging and procedures for selected patient indications. AUC publications reflect an ongoing effort by the ACC ...
Exercise-Induced Silent Myocardial Ischemia and Coronary
... Silent ischemia at baseline. There were 189 (10.7%) men with silent ischemia during exercise and 54 (3.1%) men with silent ischemia after exercise. Silent ischemia during exercise was observed in 9.6% (n ⫽ 51) of smokers, in 12.3% (n ⫽ 110) of hypercholesterolemic men and in 12.4% (n ⫽ 107) of hyper ...
... Silent ischemia at baseline. There were 189 (10.7%) men with silent ischemia during exercise and 54 (3.1%) men with silent ischemia after exercise. Silent ischemia during exercise was observed in 9.6% (n ⫽ 51) of smokers, in 12.3% (n ⫽ 110) of hypercholesterolemic men and in 12.4% (n ⫽ 107) of hyper ...
Effect of Bipolar Electrode Spacing on Phrenic Nerve Stimulation
... electrodes. Radiopaque markers (model V60 U-Clips; Medtronic Inc) were placed next to the nerve to document nerve location on fluoroscopy after the chest was closed (Figure 1B). During pacing, PNS was detected using tactile feel by placing a hand directly on the chest, and the presence of PNS was ve ...
... electrodes. Radiopaque markers (model V60 U-Clips; Medtronic Inc) were placed next to the nerve to document nerve location on fluoroscopy after the chest was closed (Figure 1B). During pacing, PNS was detected using tactile feel by placing a hand directly on the chest, and the presence of PNS was ve ...
Coronary Artery Manifestations of€Fibromuscular Dysplasia
... Fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) involving the coronary arteries is an uncommon but important condition that can present as acute coronary syndrome, left ventricular dysfunction, or potentially sudden cardiac death. Although the classic angiographic “string of beads” that may be observed in renal arter ...
... Fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) involving the coronary arteries is an uncommon but important condition that can present as acute coronary syndrome, left ventricular dysfunction, or potentially sudden cardiac death. Although the classic angiographic “string of beads” that may be observed in renal arter ...
Snippets From the Past: Imaginative Designs—Separating
... clear and tidy implementation of the rational for separating hereditary from environmental causes. Moreover, recruiting “incident” cases was unusual for that period. The attempt to validate the parents’ reports of rheumatic fever in the uncles, aunts, and grandparents was another strength. Even thou ...
... clear and tidy implementation of the rational for separating hereditary from environmental causes. Moreover, recruiting “incident” cases was unusual for that period. The attempt to validate the parents’ reports of rheumatic fever in the uncles, aunts, and grandparents was another strength. Even thou ...
Sleep Tech Tutor sleeptechtutor.com
... This policy sets standards for protecting patient’s health information which is transmitted electronically by health plans, clearinghouses and health care providers ...
... This policy sets standards for protecting patient’s health information which is transmitted electronically by health plans, clearinghouses and health care providers ...
cardiac potassium channel subtypes: new roles in repolarization
... show a steep voltage dependency, and activate very quickly (126). In addition to the fast peak current, NaV1.5 channels also conduct a persistent current due to slow or incomplete inactivation at intermediate potentials (23). Although this persistent or window current only makes up 0.1–1% of the tot ...
... show a steep voltage dependency, and activate very quickly (126). In addition to the fast peak current, NaV1.5 channels also conduct a persistent current due to slow or incomplete inactivation at intermediate potentials (23). Although this persistent or window current only makes up 0.1–1% of the tot ...
In utero pulmonary artery and aortic growth and potential for
... Portland; and the University of California, San Diego, Medical Center. Indications for fetal cardiac examination included a screening ultrasound examination suggestive of a cardiac abnormality (n = 12), a family history of congenital heart disease (n = 2), fetal hydrops (n = 1) and the presence of a ...
... Portland; and the University of California, San Diego, Medical Center. Indications for fetal cardiac examination included a screening ultrasound examination suggestive of a cardiac abnormality (n = 12), a family history of congenital heart disease (n = 2), fetal hydrops (n = 1) and the presence of a ...
1 Frequency Dependent Acceleration of Relaxation Involves
... Due to time limitations of each experiment and the time needed for calibration, the muscle was assigned to one of two protocols; myofilament calcium sensitivity and twitch Force-[Ca2+]i was assessed at 37 ºC either at 1 and 3 Hz (n=7), or at 2 and 4 Hz (n=7). After equilibration at a given frequency ...
... Due to time limitations of each experiment and the time needed for calibration, the muscle was assigned to one of two protocols; myofilament calcium sensitivity and twitch Force-[Ca2+]i was assessed at 37 ºC either at 1 and 3 Hz (n=7), or at 2 and 4 Hz (n=7). After equilibration at a given frequency ...
Heart Children - Heart Kids NZ
... with a major congenital heart defect. Robert was born at home, transferred to National Women’s Hospital and then to Green Lane Hospital, where Linda met Michelle and Jessica. Linda’s experience in La Leche League, where information on breastfeeding children with special needs was available, led her ...
... with a major congenital heart defect. Robert was born at home, transferred to National Women’s Hospital and then to Green Lane Hospital, where Linda met Michelle and Jessica. Linda’s experience in La Leche League, where information on breastfeeding children with special needs was available, led her ...
Congestive heart failure
... Systole - ventricles begin to contract, valves close Systole - ventricles contract, aortic and pulmonary valves open, blood to aorta Diastole - ventricles empty, valves close Elsevier items and derived items © 2009 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. ...
... Systole - ventricles begin to contract, valves close Systole - ventricles contract, aortic and pulmonary valves open, blood to aorta Diastole - ventricles empty, valves close Elsevier items and derived items © 2009 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. ...
Understanding Heart Failure
... tighten or push the blood out of the heart properly, it is called systolic heart failure. Left systolic heart failure is most common. As the left ventricle weakens, fluid backs up into the lungs. This can result in shortness of breath. Less blood is sent to the kidneys. The kidneys may hold water an ...
... tighten or push the blood out of the heart properly, it is called systolic heart failure. Left systolic heart failure is most common. As the left ventricle weakens, fluid backs up into the lungs. This can result in shortness of breath. Less blood is sent to the kidneys. The kidneys may hold water an ...
The TEE imaging planes
... achieved by either obtaining images from a given level within the esophagus (e.g. upper, middle, transgastric or deep-transgastric) or by organizing the study based upon structure of interest, (e.g. left ventricle, mitral valve, aortic valve etc.). Both systems work-each with their advantages and li ...
... achieved by either obtaining images from a given level within the esophagus (e.g. upper, middle, transgastric or deep-transgastric) or by organizing the study based upon structure of interest, (e.g. left ventricle, mitral valve, aortic valve etc.). Both systems work-each with their advantages and li ...
University of Central Florida
... An evaluation of the treatment of the victim with shocks using the AED unit; An evaluation of the command of the scene, safety, efficiency, speed, professionalism, ability to troubleshoot, completeness of patient care, and the interactions with other professionals and bystanders; A brief revie ...
... An evaluation of the treatment of the victim with shocks using the AED unit; An evaluation of the command of the scene, safety, efficiency, speed, professionalism, ability to troubleshoot, completeness of patient care, and the interactions with other professionals and bystanders; A brief revie ...