…under acute coronary syndromes (ACS). Aortic dissection Pneumothorax Pulmonary embolism Mediastinitis (rare condition) In addition to these five conditions, there are numerous other causes of…

…exercise capacity (and VO2 max , see below). In addition to exercise capacity, stress testing also provides information on electrocardiographic (ECG) reaction, the occurrence of arrhythmias…

…left lateral decubitus position. In this position, the heart comes closer to the thoracic wall, with less lung tissue covering the heart. Some images in…

…rationale Bempedoic acid is an oral, small molecule lipid lowering agent used to reduce low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL C), particularly when statins cannot be…

…contractility. Analogous electrophysiological changes occur within the sinus and atrioventricular (AV) nodes. In addition to these direct effects, adenosine antagonizes catecholamine stimulated adenylate cyclase. This…

…ventricular function is therefore an important therapeutic objective. Exercise intolerance Exercise limitation is multifactorial. In addition to elevated exercise induced filling pressures, patients may have:

…and can develop gradually over several days to weeks. More acute endocarditis is often caused by staphylococcus auerus . This usually affects drug users (intravenous addiction)…

…pacing. 25 mm/s. In addition to stimulation artifacts, ventricular pacing yields wide QRS complexes with LBBB morphology (i.e left bundle branch block appearance)…

…the myocardium and valves. ECG is recorded in all patients with suspected pericardial disease. In addition to echocardiography, ECG and clinical examination, blood tests and…

…EMS) is trained in BLS. It is increasingly common to dispatch first responders to OHCA, in addition to ambulances. Chest compressions are prioritized above ventilations…

…The flows apply to water by gravity according to the manufacturers' standard measurements. Blood and colloids flow more slowly, and every additional length of tubing…

…valvular regurgitation and defects in the atria or ventricles (Figure 2). In addition, color Doppler can be used to align the continuous Doppler. Figure 2…

…a large myocardial territory through the left anterior descending (LAD) and left circumflex (LCx) arteries (Figure 1). Acute obstruction can lead to rapid hemodynamic deterioration…

…high value As required, in addition to the mealtime dose Never stop basal insulin in a person with type 1 diabetes , not even before fasting…

…availability of the low density lipoprotein receptor (LDL receptor) on hepatocytes. By directing the receptor toward intracellular degradation rather than recycling it to the hepatocyte…

…Additional pharmacological options include quinidine, ranolazine, and procainamide [4]. Catheter Ablation : Catheter ablation may be employed as an interventional alternative to suppress the arrhythmia [4…

…The diagnosis requires elevated levels of cardiac troponins. In addition to elevated troponins, the patient must display either symptoms or ECG changes consistent with myocardial…

…duration of 120 ms (0.12 s) or more is required to diagnose a complete left bundle branch block . In addition to prolonged QRS duration…

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…combined dyslipidaemia, non HDL C is particularly relevant because it captures triglyceride rich lipoproteins in addition to LDL and other apoB containing particles. Cardiovascular risk…

…heart disease and GUCH Complex malformations often require intervention (surgical or catheter based intervention). In addition to the malformation, these subjects frequently develop associated complications…

…with ACS to reduce major adverse cardiovascular events. Therapy should preferably begin before planned percutaneous coronary intervention when feasible. Patients already taking low or moderate…

…after hospitalization for heart failure is 60%, which is comparable to common cancers ( Stewart et al ). In addition, heart failure is a disabling condition with…

…after hospitalization for heart failure is 60%, which is comparable to common cancers ( Stewart et al ). In addition, heart failure is a disabling condition with…

…inventions of the 20th century. Cardiac pacing has evolved from a hazardous experiment in the 1930s, to a routine, safe, and sophisticated treatment used worldwide…

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…Addison's disease, renal failure, tamoxifen, lithium, thiazide diuretics, D vitamin and calcium overdose. ECG changes due to hypercalcemia Common ECG changes Shortened QT interval…

…earlier identification and treatment of high risk ACS patients. Future randomized trials are needed to validate this paradigm and support its broader adoption. Figure 1…

…of cases, hypercalcemia is attributed to primary hyperparathyroidism or neoplastic etiologies. Other causes include immobilization, sarcoidosis, thyrotoxicosis, familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia, Addison's disease, renal insufficiency…

Introduction to Coronary Atherosclerosis, Plaques, Atherothrombosis Coronary atherosclerosis is a chronic, progressive, and highly dynamic inflammatory disease of the arterial wall. It is characterized by…

…the chest leads (V1 through V6) are displayed on the ECG paper in their anatomically contiguous order from right anterior (V1) to left lateral (V6)…

…Addisonian crisis, hydrocortisone must be given immediately — the test must never delay treatment. Indications Suspected primary adrenal insufficiency (Addison's disease): fatigue, weight loss, hyperpigmentation…

…to prevent the emergence of risk factors. It includes maintenance of favourable blood pressure, body mass index, cholesterol and glucose levels, together with a low…

…de Winter's sign, widespread ST segment depressions) that point to the left anterior descending artery (LAD) as the culprit. The coronary arteries: a brief…

…exclusively at the infarct related artery (IRA), or it may extend to additional non infarct related lesions. Culprit only revascularization treats the artery responsible for…

…used as an adjunct to dietary measures and maximally tolerated statin therapy, with or without other LDL C lowering drugs, when additional LDL C reduction…

…coronary artery disease (LMCAD) refers to atherosclerotic narrowing of the left main coronary artery, which supplies the left anterior descending and left circumflex coronary territories…

…additional mechanisms include vascular stiffness and accelerated medial calcification related to disturbed calcium–phosphate metabolism. Patients with advanced CKD are particularly vulnerable to structural cardiac…

…more patients survive with severe, diffuse CAD that is no longer amenable to additional mechanical revascularization. Despite treatment with antianginal drugs and PCI or CABG…

…increasing intensity may reduce overuse injuries. The practical principle is to begin at a low level and progress slowly. Exercise Intensity Intensity may be prescribed…

…s leads etc). Note that in some situations it is appropriate to connect additional electrodes in order to detect right ventricular infarction (leads V3R, V4R…

…RVD 2), cm 2.7–3.3 3.4–3.7 3.8–4.1 4.2 Base to apex length (RVD 3), cm 7…

…for an additional 15 minutes after the completion of the infusion. The initiated infusion should always be completed (regardless of whether conversion to sinus rhythm…

…confirmed hypertension generally require BP lowering treatment without additional risk stratification for that treatment decision. Population to which SCORE2 and SCORE2 OP apply SCORE2 and…

…whom have a previous acute coronary syndrome. The available evidence supports consideration of low dose colchicine as an adjunct to, rather than a replacement for…

…injury, making attribution to contrast alone difficult. In patients with normal renal function, the occurrence of contrast induced AKI is negligible or very low. Risk…

…absorption, it decreases the quantity of cholesterol delivered to the liver. The resulting hepatic response includes increased expression of low density lipoprotein receptors (LDLRs), which…

…basis for intervention. The source material does not provide a distinct symptom profile, physical examination pattern or biomarker signature specific to CTOs. Evaluation and physical…

Myocardial ischemia and infarction Definition and pathophysiology Periprocedural myocardial infarction (MI) is myocardial necrosis temporally related to coronary revascularization. It may follow percutaneous coronary intervention…

…particularly when symptoms are severe, refractory to guideline directed medical therapy, occur at a low level of exertion, or are associated with high event risk…

…and an additional trigger is required. Potential triggers include thrombus formation and sympathetic activation. Rho kinase may increase vascular smooth muscle sensitivity to calcium by…

…sudden cardiac arrest is common. The following cardiomyopathies lead to dilation of the ventricle: Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) Idiopathic or genetic . Ischemic cardiomyopathy Alcoholic cardiomyopathy Diabetic…

…These additional leads are V3R, V4R and V7. V3R and V4R are used in children under the age of 5 years due to the fact…

…possess an additional pathway between the atria and the ventricles. Such pathways may be conductive, such that they can transmit the atrial impulse to the…

…CKD), facilitating early intervention and management. Standardization: Its widespread adoption has led to standardized reporting of eGFR in clinical laboratories, enhancing consistency in patient care…

…according to the local protocol. Tapering after pharmacological treatment Duration and dose Risk of HPA suppression Tapering : : : < 3 weeks, at any dose Low Can…

…CW profile aortic regurgitation weak variable dense Size left atrium normal normal or enlarged enlarged Size left ventricle normal normal or enlarged enlarged Additional PISA…

…CW profile aortic regurgitation weak variable dense Size left atrium normal normal or enlarged enlarged Size left ventricle normal normal or enlarged enlarged Additional PISA…

…jet reaching liver veins Additional quantitative parameters Mild regurgiation Moderate regurgitation Severe regurgitation Jet size < 5cm² 5 10 cm² 10 cm² size vena cava…

…and miscellaneous conditions A novel potentially life threatening cardiac arrhythmia syndrome identified with ECG The ECG may be used to diagnose several cardiac genetic disorders…