Arterial Hypertension as a Cardiovascular Risk Factor in
... ypertension is one of the most important and common modifiable cardiovascular risk factors for myocardial infarction, stroke, congestive heart failure and peripheral vascular disease in the industrialised countries because of its high prevalence [1–5]. It accelerates atherogenesis, imparting a 2- to ...
... ypertension is one of the most important and common modifiable cardiovascular risk factors for myocardial infarction, stroke, congestive heart failure and peripheral vascular disease in the industrialised countries because of its high prevalence [1–5]. It accelerates atherogenesis, imparting a 2- to ...
Heart failure - Medically fit for exams
... ACE inhibitors – reduces BP, so reduces afterload and the amount of work the heart needs to dp Beta blockers – reduces contractility and heart rate, reducing the amount of work needed o Not to be given in acute failure Aldosterone antagonists (potassium-sparing diuretics) – reduce BP, so reduced aft ...
... ACE inhibitors – reduces BP, so reduces afterload and the amount of work the heart needs to dp Beta blockers – reduces contractility and heart rate, reducing the amount of work needed o Not to be given in acute failure Aldosterone antagonists (potassium-sparing diuretics) – reduce BP, so reduced aft ...
Study Guide Test 2
... 1. Understand how the elastic qualities of the aorta and large arteries affects the blood pressure and the flow of blood into the periphery. 2. Be able to draw a representative aortic pressure curve. 3. Be able to calculate mean arterial pressure from systolic and diastolic pressure. 4. Be able to c ...
... 1. Understand how the elastic qualities of the aorta and large arteries affects the blood pressure and the flow of blood into the periphery. 2. Be able to draw a representative aortic pressure curve. 3. Be able to calculate mean arterial pressure from systolic and diastolic pressure. 4. Be able to c ...
Top 5 Ways to Prevent a Second Cardiac Event
... Uretsky BF, Sheahan RG. Primary prevention of sudden cardiac death in heart failure: will the solution be shocking? J Am Coll Cardiol. ...
... Uretsky BF, Sheahan RG. Primary prevention of sudden cardiac death in heart failure: will the solution be shocking? J Am Coll Cardiol. ...
The normal ECG Cardiac cycle and cardiac sounds/ Pressure
... b) Pathophysiology of chronic stable angina c) Pathophysiology of unstable angina/NSTEMI d) Pathophysiology of STEMI e) Pathophysiology of perioperative myocardial infarction References: a) Choose a standard medical textbook for basic pathophysiology. I advise: Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medi ...
... b) Pathophysiology of chronic stable angina c) Pathophysiology of unstable angina/NSTEMI d) Pathophysiology of STEMI e) Pathophysiology of perioperative myocardial infarction References: a) Choose a standard medical textbook for basic pathophysiology. I advise: Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medi ...
Cardiovascular System
... influences this • Sum of formed elements and plasma volumes in the vascular system • Blood pressure is directly proportional to blood volume • Can change due to dehydration (bp drops), blood transfusion, hemorrhage (bp drops) ...
... influences this • Sum of formed elements and plasma volumes in the vascular system • Blood pressure is directly proportional to blood volume • Can change due to dehydration (bp drops), blood transfusion, hemorrhage (bp drops) ...
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... plasma enzyme renin is described. Plasma renin activity was shown to vary in normal individuals with sodium intake, posture, and the administration of diuretics. The values of renin activity obtained by immunoassay of angiotensin I correspond closely to those observed by bioassay in similar metaboli ...
... plasma enzyme renin is described. Plasma renin activity was shown to vary in normal individuals with sodium intake, posture, and the administration of diuretics. The values of renin activity obtained by immunoassay of angiotensin I correspond closely to those observed by bioassay in similar metaboli ...
Interventions that lower cholesterol levels or
... *Death from coronary heart disease and nonfatal myocardial infarction. †Summary rate ratios were calculated using a fixed-effects model. NM = not clinically meaningful because person-years needed to treat is negative. ...
... *Death from coronary heart disease and nonfatal myocardial infarction. †Summary rate ratios were calculated using a fixed-effects model. NM = not clinically meaningful because person-years needed to treat is negative. ...
Cardiovascular System aka Circulatory System
... Cardio- means heart Vascular- means blood vessels Aka Circulatory System because its job is to circulate blood throughout the body. Blood carries many materials including: ...
... Cardio- means heart Vascular- means blood vessels Aka Circulatory System because its job is to circulate blood throughout the body. Blood carries many materials including: ...
Geriatric Pharmacology &Polypharmacy
... • Patients greater than >85 years old are the fastest growing segment of the population. • This 13% of the population consumes 30% of all medications • Elderly population is expected to triple from 1985 to 2060. • Elderly are the most physiologically heterogeneous category - state of health varies e ...
... • Patients greater than >85 years old are the fastest growing segment of the population. • This 13% of the population consumes 30% of all medications • Elderly population is expected to triple from 1985 to 2060. • Elderly are the most physiologically heterogeneous category - state of health varies e ...
Circulation - Heart 13 slides
... Blood travels from the LEFT side of the heart to the rest of the body (to deliver oxygen and nutrients) and back to heart.. ...
... Blood travels from the LEFT side of the heart to the rest of the body (to deliver oxygen and nutrients) and back to heart.. ...
Chapter 37-1
... - fatty deposits called PLAQUE build up on the walls of arteries - dangerous in coronary arteries - if blocked, part of heart muscle will die due to lack of oxygen - leads to heart attack - can also form blood clots - if clot breaks free – can go to brain and cause a stroke ...
... - fatty deposits called PLAQUE build up on the walls of arteries - dangerous in coronary arteries - if blocked, part of heart muscle will die due to lack of oxygen - leads to heart attack - can also form blood clots - if clot breaks free – can go to brain and cause a stroke ...
ACS Treatments
... • Goal: Prevent further clotting by thrombin inhibition, either directly or indirectly • Heparin -unfractionated heparin (UFH) • Low–molecular-weight heparins (LMWH) with UA/NSTEMI indications (not indicated for STEMI) – enoxaparin – dalteparin • Direct-acting antithrombins – Bivalirudin (angiomax) ...
... • Goal: Prevent further clotting by thrombin inhibition, either directly or indirectly • Heparin -unfractionated heparin (UFH) • Low–molecular-weight heparins (LMWH) with UA/NSTEMI indications (not indicated for STEMI) – enoxaparin – dalteparin • Direct-acting antithrombins – Bivalirudin (angiomax) ...
- St. Aidan School
... The right and left side of the heart is divided down the middle by a wall called the septum. ...
... The right and left side of the heart is divided down the middle by a wall called the septum. ...
Advanced Paramedic Skills
... – An unusual or exaggerated allergic reaction to a foreign protein or other allergen, resulting in a systemic response of the body Causes: – Environmental –such as.. – Medications –such as… – Food-such as…. – Preservatives, Dyes, Blood products etc ...
... – An unusual or exaggerated allergic reaction to a foreign protein or other allergen, resulting in a systemic response of the body Causes: – Environmental –such as.. – Medications –such as… – Food-such as…. – Preservatives, Dyes, Blood products etc ...
Exercise Training and Hypertension: Ready for Prime
... Even if drug therapy remains the mainstay of hypertension management, on the other hand blood pressure control goes beyond adherence with drug therapy as there are other associated factors [13], and achieving adequate blood pressure control with antihypertensive medication remains an elusive goal fo ...
... Even if drug therapy remains the mainstay of hypertension management, on the other hand blood pressure control goes beyond adherence with drug therapy as there are other associated factors [13], and achieving adequate blood pressure control with antihypertensive medication remains an elusive goal fo ...
Blood flow through the Heart
... Blood flow through the Heart 1. When the heart is relaxed, deoxygenated blood from the body enters the heart via the Vena Cavae. 2. Blood then enters the right atria 3. The right atria contracts (tightens) and pushes blood down through the tricuspid valve and into the right ventricle. 4. The right v ...
... Blood flow through the Heart 1. When the heart is relaxed, deoxygenated blood from the body enters the heart via the Vena Cavae. 2. Blood then enters the right atria 3. The right atria contracts (tightens) and pushes blood down through the tricuspid valve and into the right ventricle. 4. The right v ...
Chapter 5 Notes, Drugs and Alcohol (OLD)
... helps people relax and narrow their consciousness. • It is an important part of some religions and it can help lower blood pressure, heart rate, and respiration rate. ...
... helps people relax and narrow their consciousness. • It is an important part of some religions and it can help lower blood pressure, heart rate, and respiration rate. ...
The cardiac cycle
... It is important that the chambers of the heart contract in a coordinated fashion. The sequence of events involved in one heartbeat is called the cardiac cycle. ...
... It is important that the chambers of the heart contract in a coordinated fashion. The sequence of events involved in one heartbeat is called the cardiac cycle. ...
Skipping the Beat The “Beatless” Heart
... why must a substitute heart beat like a natural one? ‘Mother nature did the best she could’” ~Billy Cohn, researcher at Texas Heart Institute ...
... why must a substitute heart beat like a natural one? ‘Mother nature did the best she could’” ~Billy Cohn, researcher at Texas Heart Institute ...
Physiology of BP
... 3. To assess other risk factors and quantify cardiovascular risk. 4. To detect any complications( target organ damage) that are already present. 5. To identify comorbidity that may influence the choice of antihypertensive therapy. ...
... 3. To assess other risk factors and quantify cardiovascular risk. 4. To detect any complications( target organ damage) that are already present. 5. To identify comorbidity that may influence the choice of antihypertensive therapy. ...
Antihypertensive drug
Antihypertensives are a class of drugs that are used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Antihypertensive therapy seeks to prevent the complications of high blood pressure, such as stroke and myocardial infarction. Evidence suggests that reduction of the blood pressure by 5 mmHg can decrease the risk of stroke by 34%, of ischaemic heart disease by 21%, and reduce the likelihood of dementia, heart failure, and mortality from cardiovascular disease. There are many classes of antihypertensives, which lower blood pressure by different means. Among the most important and most widely used drugs are thiazide diuretics, calcium channel blockers, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARBs), and beta blockers.Which type of medication to use initially for hypertension has been the subject of several large studies and resulting national guidelines. The fundamental goal of treatment should be the prevention of the important endpoints of hypertension, such as heart attack, stroke and heart failure. Patient age, associated clinical conditions and end-organ damage also play a part in determining dosage and type of medication administered. The several classes of antihypertensives differ in side effect profiles, ability to prevent endpoints, and cost. The choice of more expensive agents, where cheaper ones would be equally effective, may have negative impacts on national healthcare budgets. As of 2009, the best available evidence favors the thiazide diuretics as the first-line treatment of choice for high blood pressure when drugs are necessary. Although clinical evidence shows calcium channel blockers and thiazide-type diuretics are preferred first-line treatments for most people (from both efficacy and cost points of view), an ACE inhibitor is recommended by NICE in the UK for those under 55 years old.