Reference values for quantitative left ventricular and left atrial
... myocardial mass parameters have not yet been defined for cardiac CT. This appears particularly intriguing, because cardiac CT is increasingly used, and it provides data about chamber dimensions and functions as a spin-off from each CT coronary angiography examination, without increasing the amount o ...
... myocardial mass parameters have not yet been defined for cardiac CT. This appears particularly intriguing, because cardiac CT is increasingly used, and it provides data about chamber dimensions and functions as a spin-off from each CT coronary angiography examination, without increasing the amount o ...
Regulation of blood gases and blood pressure
... Hyperventilation is rapid shallow breathing to blow off carbon dioxide It can cause levels of carbon dioxide to fall. This can cause decrease a decrease in carbon dioxide that is so great, that there is no longer any stimulation to breath, so you stop breathing & fall unconscious. After a time uncon ...
... Hyperventilation is rapid shallow breathing to blow off carbon dioxide It can cause levels of carbon dioxide to fall. This can cause decrease a decrease in carbon dioxide that is so great, that there is no longer any stimulation to breath, so you stop breathing & fall unconscious. After a time uncon ...
echocardiography
... cos α = cosine of the angle between the direction of the blood flow and the direction of the ultrasound beam; c = velocity of ultrasound propagation in the body (1,540 m/s). In medical ultrasound imaging, most commonly used types of Doppler imaging include Continuous Wave Doppler (CWD), Pulsed Wave ...
... cos α = cosine of the angle between the direction of the blood flow and the direction of the ultrasound beam; c = velocity of ultrasound propagation in the body (1,540 m/s). In medical ultrasound imaging, most commonly used types of Doppler imaging include Continuous Wave Doppler (CWD), Pulsed Wave ...
Progress in Developing a Noninvasive Load-Independent
... al. (4) were performed in normal dog hearts. Underestimation of true myocardial stroke work may occur in patients with severely dilated cardiomyopathies, where the denominator term is EDV2 or EDV3/2. Third, a noninvasive surrogate of central arterial pressure is highly preferable to an invasive meas ...
... al. (4) were performed in normal dog hearts. Underestimation of true myocardial stroke work may occur in patients with severely dilated cardiomyopathies, where the denominator term is EDV2 or EDV3/2. Third, a noninvasive surrogate of central arterial pressure is highly preferable to an invasive meas ...
Atropine-induced non-sustained polymorphic ventricular tachycardia
... 300 mg intravenously. Ventricular tachycardia was terminated, two minutes later (Figure 4). Bedside echocardiogram yielded normal cardiac structures without any pericardial effusion. At the same session, coronary angiogram was performed revealing normal coronary arteries. Later, cardiac magnetic res ...
... 300 mg intravenously. Ventricular tachycardia was terminated, two minutes later (Figure 4). Bedside echocardiogram yielded normal cardiac structures without any pericardial effusion. At the same session, coronary angiogram was performed revealing normal coronary arteries. Later, cardiac magnetic res ...
Scranton Heart Institute, PC
... Do not start prasugrel in patients likely to undergo urgent coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG). Discontinue prasugrel at least 7 days prior to surgery. Suspect bleeding in any patient who is hypotensive that has recently undergone coronary angiography, PCI, CABG, or other surgical procedure ...
... Do not start prasugrel in patients likely to undergo urgent coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG). Discontinue prasugrel at least 7 days prior to surgery. Suspect bleeding in any patient who is hypotensive that has recently undergone coronary angiography, PCI, CABG, or other surgical procedure ...
File - Nicki Cliffer: Medical Informatics Capstone
... adverse events are related to breakdowns in communication, typically at the point of handoff,” said Dr. Richard Croteau, executive director for patient safety initiatives for the commission. Sally Smith was moved between four different areas to obtain a coronary angiogram and important information ...
... adverse events are related to breakdowns in communication, typically at the point of handoff,” said Dr. Richard Croteau, executive director for patient safety initiatives for the commission. Sally Smith was moved between four different areas to obtain a coronary angiogram and important information ...
What is a Pacemaker?
... allow medicines to be given, that otherwise would have made the heart rate too slow, so the abnormal ryhthm may be treated. A pacemaker does not prevent a heart attack or a stroke. What are the risks for getting a Pacemaker? Having a pacemaker placed is a relatively safe procedure and is usually tol ...
... allow medicines to be given, that otherwise would have made the heart rate too slow, so the abnormal ryhthm may be treated. A pacemaker does not prevent a heart attack or a stroke. What are the risks for getting a Pacemaker? Having a pacemaker placed is a relatively safe procedure and is usually tol ...
Family history of heart attack.
... can be fatal. Treatment for heart attack has improved dramatically over the years. It is crucial to promptly recognize symptoms and call emergency medical help if you think you might be having a heart attack. ...
... can be fatal. Treatment for heart attack has improved dramatically over the years. It is crucial to promptly recognize symptoms and call emergency medical help if you think you might be having a heart attack. ...
Author Chia Boon Lock Publisher World Scientific Publishing Co Pte
... care unit/intensive care unit (CCU/ICU) nurse or a cardiac technician looking for a quick guide to understanding and interpreting electrocardiography (ECGs) in clinical practice, look no further. The 4th Edition of Clinical Electrocardiography by Professor Chia Boon Lock, who is an Emeritus Professo ...
... care unit/intensive care unit (CCU/ICU) nurse or a cardiac technician looking for a quick guide to understanding and interpreting electrocardiography (ECGs) in clinical practice, look no further. The 4th Edition of Clinical Electrocardiography by Professor Chia Boon Lock, who is an Emeritus Professo ...
Cardiac Arrest – Asystole / PEA
... Ask: “Who will be the crisis manager?” Say: “The top priority is high-quality CPR” ...
... Ask: “Who will be the crisis manager?” Say: “The top priority is high-quality CPR” ...
isovolumetric ventricular contraction
... • The aortic valve closes. ventricular pressure still exceeds atrial pressure, the AV valve is closed . The ...
... • The aortic valve closes. ventricular pressure still exceeds atrial pressure, the AV valve is closed . The ...
Cardiac Surgery in Adults with Congenital Heart Disease: An
... suffer from conditions that have been diagnosed for the first time after they reached adulthood, such as atrial septal defect, Ebstein’s disease or corrected transposition of the great vessels. Adults with congenital heart disease who fall into the first two categories (moderate severity or complex ...
... suffer from conditions that have been diagnosed for the first time after they reached adulthood, such as atrial septal defect, Ebstein’s disease or corrected transposition of the great vessels. Adults with congenital heart disease who fall into the first two categories (moderate severity or complex ...
Effect of Cardiac Rehabilitation on Cardiovascular Events after
... Conclusions: CR is associated with more favorable outcomes in CAD patients.CR attendance and EIPP ≥ 12% are associated with higher event free survival rate. Our results support national policy that CR is recommended for CABG, and recommended exercise dose for clinical prescription. Keyword: Secondar ...
... Conclusions: CR is associated with more favorable outcomes in CAD patients.CR attendance and EIPP ≥ 12% are associated with higher event free survival rate. Our results support national policy that CR is recommended for CABG, and recommended exercise dose for clinical prescription. Keyword: Secondar ...
PATENT DUCTUS ARTERIOSUS (PDA)
... off the PDA or placing a clip on it. This type of surgery is performed by a cardiothoracic (heart) surgeon and requires general anesthesia. The surgery to close a PDA requires a small incision in the left side of the chest. Will the PDA come back? Once the PDA is closed with medicine there is a chan ...
... off the PDA or placing a clip on it. This type of surgery is performed by a cardiothoracic (heart) surgeon and requires general anesthesia. The surgery to close a PDA requires a small incision in the left side of the chest. Will the PDA come back? Once the PDA is closed with medicine there is a chan ...
Central region of SA node
... sinoatrial node (SAN) and atrium, including crista terminalis (CT), pectinate muscles (PM), appendages (APG), anterior or Bachmann's bundle (BB) , middle or Wenckebach’s bundle and posterior or Thorel’s bundle There are preferential pathways of conduction from sinus node to right atrial myocardium ( ...
... sinoatrial node (SAN) and atrium, including crista terminalis (CT), pectinate muscles (PM), appendages (APG), anterior or Bachmann's bundle (BB) , middle or Wenckebach’s bundle and posterior or Thorel’s bundle There are preferential pathways of conduction from sinus node to right atrial myocardium ( ...
MEDICAL POLICY Transcatheter Valve Replacement
... Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a procedure used to treat aortic stenosis for patients who are high-risk or too sick for open-heart surgery. This less invasive procedure allows a new valve to be inserted within the native, diseased aortic valve. The TAVR procedure can be performed t ...
... Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a procedure used to treat aortic stenosis for patients who are high-risk or too sick for open-heart surgery. This less invasive procedure allows a new valve to be inserted within the native, diseased aortic valve. The TAVR procedure can be performed t ...
Pulse outline
... 1. Defined as the pressure of the blood pushing against the wall of an artery as the heartbeats and rests A. Feel throbbing of the arteries caused by contractions of the heart B. More easily felt in arteries that lie close to the skin and can be pressed against a bone. 2. Major arterial or pulse sit ...
... 1. Defined as the pressure of the blood pushing against the wall of an artery as the heartbeats and rests A. Feel throbbing of the arteries caused by contractions of the heart B. More easily felt in arteries that lie close to the skin and can be pressed against a bone. 2. Major arterial or pulse sit ...
Intro to Chest
... inspiration since the same amount of blood flow is now distributed to a smaller volume of lung. • The level of inspiration can be estimated by counting ribs. Visualization of nine posterior ribs, or seven anterior ribs on an upright PA radiograph projecting above the diaphragm would indicate a satis ...
... inspiration since the same amount of blood flow is now distributed to a smaller volume of lung. • The level of inspiration can be estimated by counting ribs. Visualization of nine posterior ribs, or seven anterior ribs on an upright PA radiograph projecting above the diaphragm would indicate a satis ...
For more information - Auckland Heart Group
... Catheter ablation is a relatively low-risk procedure that may permanently cure the problem you have been experiencing. In many cases, it will allow you to avoid a lifetime of medications and give you the chance to lead a normal life. ...
... Catheter ablation is a relatively low-risk procedure that may permanently cure the problem you have been experiencing. In many cases, it will allow you to avoid a lifetime of medications and give you the chance to lead a normal life. ...
Heart Failure and Anti
... • Can originate in any part of conduction system • Result from disturbances in impulse formation or conduction defects • Abnormal impulse formation--Automaticity allows for other than the SA node to depolarize given certain conditions—may be 2ndary to hypoxia, ischemia, lyte imbalance, acid-base dis ...
... • Can originate in any part of conduction system • Result from disturbances in impulse formation or conduction defects • Abnormal impulse formation--Automaticity allows for other than the SA node to depolarize given certain conditions—may be 2ndary to hypoxia, ischemia, lyte imbalance, acid-base dis ...
Asymptomatic Metastasis of Hepatocellular Carcinoma into the Right
... and no lower leg edema were noted. The echocardiography revealed a large right ventricular intra-cavity tumor extending into the outflow tract and a small amount of pericardial effusion (Figure 2). Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed a 70 mm*40 mm right ventricular tumor closely attached to th ...
... and no lower leg edema were noted. The echocardiography revealed a large right ventricular intra-cavity tumor extending into the outflow tract and a small amount of pericardial effusion (Figure 2). Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed a 70 mm*40 mm right ventricular tumor closely attached to th ...
File
... The “lub” is long and low pitched. This sound is caused by the atrioventricular valves (bicuspid and tricuspid) closing as the ventricles contract. The “dup” is shorter and sharper. This sound is caused by the semilunar valves (pulmonary and aortic) closing after the blood is pumped out of the ventr ...
... The “lub” is long and low pitched. This sound is caused by the atrioventricular valves (bicuspid and tricuspid) closing as the ventricles contract. The “dup” is shorter and sharper. This sound is caused by the semilunar valves (pulmonary and aortic) closing after the blood is pumped out of the ventr ...
MITRAL STENOSIS
... chordal involvement can be assessed and scored from 1 (mild) to 4 (severe). The lowest score is 4, the highest is 16 A score <8 predicts feasibility and short and long term success of balloon valvuloplasty, defined as an increase in valve area of > 50%, valve area >1.5cm2, and < 2 + MR ...
... chordal involvement can be assessed and scored from 1 (mild) to 4 (severe). The lowest score is 4, the highest is 16 A score <8 predicts feasibility and short and long term success of balloon valvuloplasty, defined as an increase in valve area of > 50%, valve area >1.5cm2, and < 2 + MR ...