Aneurysm
Aneurism . It is a localized and permanent dilation that occurs in the walls of the arteries , located in the different sections of the aortic vein . This dilation appears in a weakened area of the …
Cardiology Study Notes
All Cardiology Study Notes For Medical Students And Colleges
Adrenalin
Adrenaline or epinephrine is a vasoactive hormone secreted by the adrenal glands under alert or emergency situations. In addition to being naturally found in the body, it can be injected to treat life-threatening allergic reactions caused by insect bites , food , medications , latex, and other causes. Summary …
Pulmonary embolism
Pulmonary embolism. It is a relatively common cardiovascular emergency. Diagnosis is difficult and can be overlooked because it does not have a specific clinical presentation. However, early diagnosis is essential, since immediate treatment …
Cardiac tamponade
Cardiac tamponade. It occurs in approximately 2 out of 10,000 people, it must be treated promptly and adequately, on which the life of the patient depends. Summary [ hide ] 1 Definition 2 Aspects of …
Cardiomyopathy
Cardiomyopathy . It is an extraordinarily heterogeneous set of processes that only have in common that affect the cardiac muscle and that cause a wide spectrum of forms of cardiac dysfunction. Summary …
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Dilated cardiomyopathy. It can be considered a clinical and pathophysiological syndrome characterized by myocardial dysfunction and dilation of the left ventricle or both ventricles. Summary [ hide ] 1 Causes, incidence and risk factors …
Arrhythmogenic dysplasia of the right ventricle
Arrhythmogenic Dysplasia of the Right Ventricle . Ventricular arrhythmias originating in the right ventricle usually affect young patients and can lead to sudden cardiac death. Summary [ hide ] 1 Definition 2 Prevalence 3 Genetic aspects 4 Structural …