The document provides an overview of echocardiography techniques for assessing various adult heart diseases. It discusses how to evaluate left and right ventricular function, aortic and mitral valve diseases, pericardial diseases, and cardiomyopathies. Evaluation of ventricular size and function involves 2D and Doppler echocardiography to measure dimensions, estimate ejection fraction, and calculate indices like fractional shortening. Valvular lesions are assessed using 2D to visualize anatomy and Doppler to measure velocities and gradients. Right heart function and pressures are evaluated using measurements of the IVC, RV size, TAPSE, and TR jet velocity.
1) Echocardiography is useful in the emergency setting for evaluating thoraco-abdominal trauma, unexplained hypotension, cardiac ischemia, and pericardiocentesis. It helps answer questions about wall motion, pericardial effusions, and optimizing devices like pacemakers.
2) Echocardiography can help determine the cause of hypotension such as tamponade, pump failure, hypovolemia, or pulmonary embolism. It also aids in optimizing treatment for conditions like pulseless electrical activity.
3) Echocardiography improves outcomes for penetrating cardiac trauma by allowing for rapid diagnosis and treatment. It can detect pericardial effusions and
The document provides an overview of echocardiographic assessment of aortic valve stenosis. It describes the normal aortic valve anatomy and imaging windows used to visualize the valve. Common causes of aortic stenosis including bicuspid aortic valve and calcific stenosis are discussed. Methods for Doppler assessment of aortic stenosis including peak velocity, mean gradient, and valve area via the continuity equation are summarized. Limitations of these assessment techniques are also noted.
1) Transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography are important modalities for assessing atrial septal defects (ASDs). TTE can identify RV volume overload and septal flattening, while TEE precisely measures defect size and evaluates rim morphology.
2) The four main types of ASDs - ostium secundum, ostium primum, sinus venosus, and coronary sinus defects - have distinguishing echo features. Doppler can demonstrate shunt direction and magnitude.
3) Echocardiography guides percutaneous ASD closure by assessing defect and rim anatomy, device sizing, and post-procedure result. Understanding echo features is key to ensuring procedure success.
ARVD (Arrythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy) - updated task force cr...Imran Ahmed
This document discusses arrythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC). It begins by explaining the genetics of ARVC, noting that mutations can be either dominant or recessive. It then describes the natural history, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and criteria used to diagnose ARVC based on the revised Task Force Criteria. This includes major and minor criteria in categories such as imaging, electrocardiography findings, biopsy results, and family history. The document concludes by discussing management strategies for ARVC including ICD therapy, antiarrhythmic drugs, ablation, heart failure treatment, and transplantation.
The document provides an overview of echocardiography techniques for assessing various adult heart diseases. It discusses how to evaluate left and right ventricular function, aortic and mitral valve diseases, pericardial diseases, and cardiomyopathies. Evaluation of ventricular size and function involves 2D and Doppler echocardiography to measure dimensions, estimate ejection fraction, and calculate indices like fractional shortening. Valvular lesions are assessed using 2D to visualize anatomy and Doppler to measure velocities and gradients. Right heart function and pressures are evaluated using measurements of the IVC, RV size, TAPSE, and TR jet velocity.
1) Echocardiography is useful in the emergency setting for evaluating thoraco-abdominal trauma, unexplained hypotension, cardiac ischemia, and pericardiocentesis. It helps answer questions about wall motion, pericardial effusions, and optimizing devices like pacemakers.
2) Echocardiography can help determine the cause of hypotension such as tamponade, pump failure, hypovolemia, or pulmonary embolism. It also aids in optimizing treatment for conditions like pulseless electrical activity.
3) Echocardiography improves outcomes for penetrating cardiac trauma by allowing for rapid diagnosis and treatment. It can detect pericardial effusions and
The document provides an overview of echocardiographic assessment of aortic valve stenosis. It describes the normal aortic valve anatomy and imaging windows used to visualize the valve. Common causes of aortic stenosis including bicuspid aortic valve and calcific stenosis are discussed. Methods for Doppler assessment of aortic stenosis including peak velocity, mean gradient, and valve area via the continuity equation are summarized. Limitations of these assessment techniques are also noted.
1) Transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography are important modalities for assessing atrial septal defects (ASDs). TTE can identify RV volume overload and septal flattening, while TEE precisely measures defect size and evaluates rim morphology.
2) The four main types of ASDs - ostium secundum, ostium primum, sinus venosus, and coronary sinus defects - have distinguishing echo features. Doppler can demonstrate shunt direction and magnitude.
3) Echocardiography guides percutaneous ASD closure by assessing defect and rim anatomy, device sizing, and post-procedure result. Understanding echo features is key to ensuring procedure success.
ARVD (Arrythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy) - updated task force cr...Imran Ahmed
This document discusses arrythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC). It begins by explaining the genetics of ARVC, noting that mutations can be either dominant or recessive. It then describes the natural history, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and criteria used to diagnose ARVC based on the revised Task Force Criteria. This includes major and minor criteria in categories such as imaging, electrocardiography findings, biopsy results, and family history. The document concludes by discussing management strategies for ARVC including ICD therapy, antiarrhythmic drugs, ablation, heart failure treatment, and transplantation.
1) Complete transposition of the great arteries (d-TGA) is a congenital heart defect where the aorta arises from the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery arises from the left ventricle, causing ventriculoarterial discordance.
2) In d-TGA, the systemic and pulmonary circulations are arranged in parallel rather than in series, requiring blood flow between the circuits through connections like an atrial or ventricular septal defect.
3) Echocardiography is useful for diagnosing d-TGA by demonstrating the aorta originating from the right ventricle and pulmonary artery from the left ventricle, as well as identifying the origins of the coronary arteries.
This document discusses the use of echocardiography in emergency clinical situations. It provides examples of common clinical indications for emergency echocardiography including hemodynamic instability, aortic dissection, acute coronary syndromes, and critically ill patients. The document outlines echocardiography algorithms and describes how to use echocardiography to diagnose conditions like cardiac tamponade, pulmonary embolism, hypotension, and penetrating chest trauma. Key findings are highlighted for various emergency scenarios.
2018 AHA ACC guideline for the management of adults with congenital heart dis...Vinh Pham Nguyen
This document provides guidelines for the management of adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD). It was published in 2018 by the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology. The writing committee consisted of experts in ACHD. The guidelines provide recommendations on access to care, delivery of care, evaluation with tests like ECG, imaging like echocardiography and CMR, and exercise testing. Recommendations emphasize the need for lifelong specialized care by ACHD cardiologists and the use of imaging to monitor anatomy and physiology based on disease complexity.
This document provides guidelines for assessing right heart structure and function using echocardiography. It describes the basic views needed to evaluate the right ventricle and atria. Key measurements are outlined such as ventricular dimensions, tricuspid annular plane systolic excursion (TAPSE), and inferior vena cava (IVC) size and collapse. Methods for estimating pulmonary artery pressures from tricuspid regurgitation are presented. The document recommends routinely reporting right ventricular size and function on echocardiograms.
The document discusses the history, anatomy, angiographic views, variations, and clinical relevance of coronary arteries. It provides a detailed overview of the typical anatomy and branches of the left main, left anterior descending, left circumflex, and right coronary arteries. It also describes common anatomical variations and anomalies seen in coronary arteries and their clinical implications. Angiographic classification methods for different coronary artery segments are presented.
This document provides guidance on performing a comprehensive transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) examination including standard imaging plane levels and views. It describes how to obtain standard mid-esophageal (ME) views such as the five-chamber, four-chamber, and two-chamber views as well as transgastric (TG) views including the basal short-axis, midpapillary short-axis, and apical short-axis views. Each view is defined by the structures seen and clinical applications. Probe manipulation techniques including adjustments to transducer angle and position are outlined to transition between views for a systematic TEE exam.
This document discusses low cardiac output syndrome (LCOS), including its causes, assessment, and management. It defines LCOS as a cardiac index less than 2 L/min/m2 and left sided filling pressures greater than 20mmHg. The key determinants of cardiac output are reviewed as heart rate, stroke volume, preload, afterload, and contractility. Etiologies of LCOS are discussed including preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative factors. Assessment involves bedside examination, hemodynamic measurements, labs, and imaging like echocardiogram. Management focuses on optimizing preload, contractility, afterload, oxygen delivery, and treating underlying causes.
This document discusses the case of a 2 year old male child presenting with recurrent lower respiratory tract infections. On examination, a systolic murmur was heard. Echocardiogram showed a patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) of size 8mm with left to right shunting. Cardiac catheterization found a Qp/Qs ratio of 1.83, confirming a left to right shunt. Post oxygen, the Qp/Qs ratio increased to 2.94, and PVR decreased, indicating reactivity. The document then discusses two other cases and provides information on indications for catheterization in PDA, angiographic views, classifications of PDA, and factors affecting shunting through a PDA
This document discusses tools and techniques for left ventricular lead implantation in patients with complex cardiac anatomy:
1. It recommends having backup pacing available and describes approaches for implanting the right ventricular lead first or left ventricular lead first.
2. The six step implant process is outlined as: cannulating the coronary sinus, performing venograms, selecting the target vein and left ventricular lead, placing the leads, measuring the electrical measurements, and removing the delivery system tools.
3. Techniques are provided for overcoming challenges with each step like variable coronary sinus anatomy, dilated right atrium, valves obstructing advancement, and small vessel size. The importance of pre-procedural venography is emphasized for selecting optimal target
This document provides an overview of M-mode echocardiography. It discusses the history, physics, clinical use and limitations of M-mode. Key points include:
- M-mode allows for high temporal resolution to evaluate the timing of cardiac events and high axial resolution of delicate structures. However, it only assesses motion in one dimension.
- Normal M-mode findings of structures like the left ventricle, mitral valve and aortic valve are described.
- Pathologic conditions that can be identified include hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, dilated cardiomyopathy, mitral valve prolapse/flail, and valvular stenosis/regurgitation.
- Additional applications of M
1) Coronary artery anomalies (CAAs) are defined as morphological features found in less than 1% of the population. They can be classified based on origin, course, termination, or hemodynamic significance.
2) Some important CAAs include anomalous origin of the left coronary artery from the pulmonary artery (ALCAPA), anomalous origin of the coronary artery from the opposite sinus (ACAOS), and coronary artery fistulas.
3) ALCAPA causes retrograde flow of blood from the right coronary artery to the pulmonary artery. ACAOS, especially when the ectopic artery takes an interarterial course, can cause ischemia. Coronary artery fistulas can lead to complications like aneurysm formation
This document discusses how to evaluate tricuspid regurgitation (TR) using echocardiography. It provides two case examples:
1. A case of secondary TR due to annular dilatation from right atrial and ventricular dilatation. Severe TR is shown by a large regurgitant jet on color flow mapping with a measurable vena contracta and proximal flow convergence.
2. A case of primary organic TR involving prolapse or a flail leaflet. Severe TR is evident before color flow mapping due to right heart dilation and dysfunction. Color flow mapping shows a torrential regurgitant jet with a wide vena contracta and proximal flow convergence.
The document reviews
This document provides an overview of standard transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) and transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) views. It describes the imaging windows, planes, and positions for obtaining basic and modified TTE views such as parasternal, apical, and subcostal views. It also outlines TEE imaging levels and how to manipulate the probe to obtain standard midesophageal and transgastric views, including 4-chamber, 2-chamber, aortic valve, and left ventricular views. The document aims to guide practitioners in performing comprehensive TTE and TEE exams through appropriate patient positioning and transducer manipulation.
This document discusses various methods for quantifying intracardiac shunts in patients with congenital heart lesions. It describes invasive oximetry and indicator dilution techniques as well as noninvasive Doppler echocardiography methods. For echocardiography, it outlines techniques for quantifying left-to-right shunts using pulmonary and aortic flow measurements, as well as a simplified method using diameter ratios. It also discusses limitations and sources of error for these quantification methods.
A lecture highlighting the role of Echocardiography as a major hemodynamic monitoring tool in the Intensive Care settings and the assessment of loading conditions.
preop TEE assessment of atrial septal defect is very important for making decision for device closure, properly assessed adequate rims of ASD will reduce risk of device embolization to almost nil.
1. A ventricular septal defect (VSD) is an opening in the wall separating the ventricles that allows blood to shunt between them.
2. VSDs are the most common congenital heart defect in children and can be classified based on their location as membranous, perimembranous, muscular, inlet, or outlet.
3. A complete echocardiogram is needed to evaluate the location, size, direction of shunting, and effects of the defect. Three-dimensional echocardiography can help further define the anatomy and guide potential transcatheter closure of the VSD.
This document provides an overview of echocardiographic assessment of mitral regurgitation. It describes the anatomy of the mitral valve including the leaflets, annulus, chordae, and papillary muscles. It discusses Carpentier's functional classification system for describing the mechanism of mitral valve dysfunction. Methods for assessing severity are covered, including color flow imaging, continuous wave Doppler, vena contracta width, proximal isovelocity surface area, and volumetric assessment. Key points are made about evaluating jet direction, duration, and velocity in context of blood pressure. The importance of assessing left ventricular and left atrial size and function is also highlighted.
This document discusses the echocardiographic assessment of atrial septal defects (ASDs). It describes the main types of ASDs and notes that 80% are secundum defects. Echocardiography is used to identify and characterize ASDs, detect associated anomalies, diagnose complications, and guide treatment. Transthoracic echocardiography is the initial study, while transesophageal echocardiography provides better views of the atrial septum. Key measurements include ASD size, location, rim dimensions, and quantifying shunt severity with Qp/Qs. Echocardiography guides decisions about ASD device closure or surgery.
This document provides an overview of interpreting 12-lead electrocardiograms (ECGs) for myocardial infarction (MI). It reviews ECG waves, intervals, and segments. It defines ischemia, injury, and infarction and describes associated ECG changes. It identifies the five major infarct areas and corresponding lead changes. Color coding is used to indicate changes for anterior, inferior, lateral, posterior, and subendocardial MIs. Examples of ECG strips demonstrate single and combined infarct patterns. Cardiac enzymes that indicate infarction and their time courses are also reviewed.
The document discusses the history and importance of the electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG). It notes that while the ECG was initially not thought to find extensive clinical use, it is now one of the most commonly performed cardiovascular tests, with over 100 million performed annually in the US. The document then provides information on indications for ECGs, the components of an ECG, basic principles of ECG interpretation including intervals and patterns, and abnormalities that can be identified on an ECG.
1) Complete transposition of the great arteries (d-TGA) is a congenital heart defect where the aorta arises from the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery arises from the left ventricle, causing ventriculoarterial discordance.
2) In d-TGA, the systemic and pulmonary circulations are arranged in parallel rather than in series, requiring blood flow between the circuits through connections like an atrial or ventricular septal defect.
3) Echocardiography is useful for diagnosing d-TGA by demonstrating the aorta originating from the right ventricle and pulmonary artery from the left ventricle, as well as identifying the origins of the coronary arteries.
This document discusses the use of echocardiography in emergency clinical situations. It provides examples of common clinical indications for emergency echocardiography including hemodynamic instability, aortic dissection, acute coronary syndromes, and critically ill patients. The document outlines echocardiography algorithms and describes how to use echocardiography to diagnose conditions like cardiac tamponade, pulmonary embolism, hypotension, and penetrating chest trauma. Key findings are highlighted for various emergency scenarios.
2018 AHA ACC guideline for the management of adults with congenital heart dis...Vinh Pham Nguyen
This document provides guidelines for the management of adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD). It was published in 2018 by the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology. The writing committee consisted of experts in ACHD. The guidelines provide recommendations on access to care, delivery of care, evaluation with tests like ECG, imaging like echocardiography and CMR, and exercise testing. Recommendations emphasize the need for lifelong specialized care by ACHD cardiologists and the use of imaging to monitor anatomy and physiology based on disease complexity.
This document provides guidelines for assessing right heart structure and function using echocardiography. It describes the basic views needed to evaluate the right ventricle and atria. Key measurements are outlined such as ventricular dimensions, tricuspid annular plane systolic excursion (TAPSE), and inferior vena cava (IVC) size and collapse. Methods for estimating pulmonary artery pressures from tricuspid regurgitation are presented. The document recommends routinely reporting right ventricular size and function on echocardiograms.
The document discusses the history, anatomy, angiographic views, variations, and clinical relevance of coronary arteries. It provides a detailed overview of the typical anatomy and branches of the left main, left anterior descending, left circumflex, and right coronary arteries. It also describes common anatomical variations and anomalies seen in coronary arteries and their clinical implications. Angiographic classification methods for different coronary artery segments are presented.
This document provides guidance on performing a comprehensive transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) examination including standard imaging plane levels and views. It describes how to obtain standard mid-esophageal (ME) views such as the five-chamber, four-chamber, and two-chamber views as well as transgastric (TG) views including the basal short-axis, midpapillary short-axis, and apical short-axis views. Each view is defined by the structures seen and clinical applications. Probe manipulation techniques including adjustments to transducer angle and position are outlined to transition between views for a systematic TEE exam.
This document discusses low cardiac output syndrome (LCOS), including its causes, assessment, and management. It defines LCOS as a cardiac index less than 2 L/min/m2 and left sided filling pressures greater than 20mmHg. The key determinants of cardiac output are reviewed as heart rate, stroke volume, preload, afterload, and contractility. Etiologies of LCOS are discussed including preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative factors. Assessment involves bedside examination, hemodynamic measurements, labs, and imaging like echocardiogram. Management focuses on optimizing preload, contractility, afterload, oxygen delivery, and treating underlying causes.
This document discusses the case of a 2 year old male child presenting with recurrent lower respiratory tract infections. On examination, a systolic murmur was heard. Echocardiogram showed a patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) of size 8mm with left to right shunting. Cardiac catheterization found a Qp/Qs ratio of 1.83, confirming a left to right shunt. Post oxygen, the Qp/Qs ratio increased to 2.94, and PVR decreased, indicating reactivity. The document then discusses two other cases and provides information on indications for catheterization in PDA, angiographic views, classifications of PDA, and factors affecting shunting through a PDA
This document discusses tools and techniques for left ventricular lead implantation in patients with complex cardiac anatomy:
1. It recommends having backup pacing available and describes approaches for implanting the right ventricular lead first or left ventricular lead first.
2. The six step implant process is outlined as: cannulating the coronary sinus, performing venograms, selecting the target vein and left ventricular lead, placing the leads, measuring the electrical measurements, and removing the delivery system tools.
3. Techniques are provided for overcoming challenges with each step like variable coronary sinus anatomy, dilated right atrium, valves obstructing advancement, and small vessel size. The importance of pre-procedural venography is emphasized for selecting optimal target
This document provides an overview of M-mode echocardiography. It discusses the history, physics, clinical use and limitations of M-mode. Key points include:
- M-mode allows for high temporal resolution to evaluate the timing of cardiac events and high axial resolution of delicate structures. However, it only assesses motion in one dimension.
- Normal M-mode findings of structures like the left ventricle, mitral valve and aortic valve are described.
- Pathologic conditions that can be identified include hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, dilated cardiomyopathy, mitral valve prolapse/flail, and valvular stenosis/regurgitation.
- Additional applications of M
1) Coronary artery anomalies (CAAs) are defined as morphological features found in less than 1% of the population. They can be classified based on origin, course, termination, or hemodynamic significance.
2) Some important CAAs include anomalous origin of the left coronary artery from the pulmonary artery (ALCAPA), anomalous origin of the coronary artery from the opposite sinus (ACAOS), and coronary artery fistulas.
3) ALCAPA causes retrograde flow of blood from the right coronary artery to the pulmonary artery. ACAOS, especially when the ectopic artery takes an interarterial course, can cause ischemia. Coronary artery fistulas can lead to complications like aneurysm formation
This document discusses how to evaluate tricuspid regurgitation (TR) using echocardiography. It provides two case examples:
1. A case of secondary TR due to annular dilatation from right atrial and ventricular dilatation. Severe TR is shown by a large regurgitant jet on color flow mapping with a measurable vena contracta and proximal flow convergence.
2. A case of primary organic TR involving prolapse or a flail leaflet. Severe TR is evident before color flow mapping due to right heart dilation and dysfunction. Color flow mapping shows a torrential regurgitant jet with a wide vena contracta and proximal flow convergence.
The document reviews
This document provides an overview of standard transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) and transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) views. It describes the imaging windows, planes, and positions for obtaining basic and modified TTE views such as parasternal, apical, and subcostal views. It also outlines TEE imaging levels and how to manipulate the probe to obtain standard midesophageal and transgastric views, including 4-chamber, 2-chamber, aortic valve, and left ventricular views. The document aims to guide practitioners in performing comprehensive TTE and TEE exams through appropriate patient positioning and transducer manipulation.
This document discusses various methods for quantifying intracardiac shunts in patients with congenital heart lesions. It describes invasive oximetry and indicator dilution techniques as well as noninvasive Doppler echocardiography methods. For echocardiography, it outlines techniques for quantifying left-to-right shunts using pulmonary and aortic flow measurements, as well as a simplified method using diameter ratios. It also discusses limitations and sources of error for these quantification methods.
A lecture highlighting the role of Echocardiography as a major hemodynamic monitoring tool in the Intensive Care settings and the assessment of loading conditions.
preop TEE assessment of atrial septal defect is very important for making decision for device closure, properly assessed adequate rims of ASD will reduce risk of device embolization to almost nil.
1. A ventricular septal defect (VSD) is an opening in the wall separating the ventricles that allows blood to shunt between them.
2. VSDs are the most common congenital heart defect in children and can be classified based on their location as membranous, perimembranous, muscular, inlet, or outlet.
3. A complete echocardiogram is needed to evaluate the location, size, direction of shunting, and effects of the defect. Three-dimensional echocardiography can help further define the anatomy and guide potential transcatheter closure of the VSD.
This document provides an overview of echocardiographic assessment of mitral regurgitation. It describes the anatomy of the mitral valve including the leaflets, annulus, chordae, and papillary muscles. It discusses Carpentier's functional classification system for describing the mechanism of mitral valve dysfunction. Methods for assessing severity are covered, including color flow imaging, continuous wave Doppler, vena contracta width, proximal isovelocity surface area, and volumetric assessment. Key points are made about evaluating jet direction, duration, and velocity in context of blood pressure. The importance of assessing left ventricular and left atrial size and function is also highlighted.
This document discusses the echocardiographic assessment of atrial septal defects (ASDs). It describes the main types of ASDs and notes that 80% are secundum defects. Echocardiography is used to identify and characterize ASDs, detect associated anomalies, diagnose complications, and guide treatment. Transthoracic echocardiography is the initial study, while transesophageal echocardiography provides better views of the atrial septum. Key measurements include ASD size, location, rim dimensions, and quantifying shunt severity with Qp/Qs. Echocardiography guides decisions about ASD device closure or surgery.
This document provides an overview of interpreting 12-lead electrocardiograms (ECGs) for myocardial infarction (MI). It reviews ECG waves, intervals, and segments. It defines ischemia, injury, and infarction and describes associated ECG changes. It identifies the five major infarct areas and corresponding lead changes. Color coding is used to indicate changes for anterior, inferior, lateral, posterior, and subendocardial MIs. Examples of ECG strips demonstrate single and combined infarct patterns. Cardiac enzymes that indicate infarction and their time courses are also reviewed.
The document discusses the history and importance of the electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG). It notes that while the ECG was initially not thought to find extensive clinical use, it is now one of the most commonly performed cardiovascular tests, with over 100 million performed annually in the US. The document then provides information on indications for ECGs, the components of an ECG, basic principles of ECG interpretation including intervals and patterns, and abnormalities that can be identified on an ECG.
1. A patient presented to the emergency room with chest pain. Initial assessment included ECG, cardiac monitoring, bloodwork, oxygen, aspirin, and morphine if not contraindicated.
2. Further evaluation depended on risk level based on history, exam, ECG findings, and cardiac enzymes. Low risk patients could be evaluated as outpatients, while higher risk patients required inpatient monitoring and treatment for acute coronary syndrome.
3. Ongoing management after discharge focused on lifestyle modifications like smoking cessation, exercise, diet, and medication adherence to control risk factors and prevent future events.
The document discusses an 84-year-old male who presented with chest heaviness. His admission ECG showed ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) involving the right coronary artery, sinus bradycardia, atrial ischemia, and third-degree atrioventricular block. He was given streptokinase thrombolytic therapy. Follow-up ECGs showed sinus tachycardia 30 minutes later and resolution of ST elevation with residual conduction abnormalities 6 hours later, consistent with successful thrombolysis. The document reviews the systematic approach and criteria for interpreting ECGs in the context of acute coronary syndromes.
The rhythm is best analyzed by looking at a rhythm strip.
On a 12 lead ECG this is usually a 10 second recording from Lead II.
Confirm or corroborate any findings in this lead by checking the other leads.
A longer rhythm strip, recorded perhaps recorded at a slower speed, may be helpful.
The document provides an overview of electrocardiography (ECG) interpretation. It discusses the heart's electrical conduction system and action potential, as well as the basics of reading an ECG including assessing rhythm, rate, axis, P waves, QRS complex, ST segment, and T waves. It outlines common abnormalities and provides examples of ECG interpretations for case scenarios involving myocardial infarction, left ventricular hypertrophy, sinus arrhythmia, and atrial fibrillation. The goal is to teach readers how to systematically evaluate an ECG tracing and identify potential cardiac issues.
This document provides an overview of how to read an electrocardiogram (ECG). It describes the basic anatomy and electrical conduction system of the heart and how the ECG machine records and displays the heart's electrical activity. It then outlines a systematic approach for interpreting an ECG, including evaluating the rhythm, rate, axes, voltages, waves, segments, intervals, and any signs of ischemia, injury, or arrhythmia. Localization of abnormalities is also addressed. Examples are provided throughout to illustrate various normal and pathological ECG patterns.
- A 66-year-old woman presented to the emergency department with right flank pain that had begun 4 hours prior and was rated 8/10 in severity. She had a history of hypertension, end-stage renal disease, and occasional chest discomfort.
- On examination, she was alert but had elevated blood pressure of 220/110. Ultrasound revealed suspected right mild hydronephrosis and a flap in the abdominal aorta. Differential diagnoses included flank pain, chest discomfort, and hypertensive crisis.
- Initial management involved intravenous access, medication for pain control and blood pressure control, and transfer to another hospital for specialist consultation and potential CT angiography or surgery given concerns for aortic dissection found
This document provides an overview of shock, including its history, definitions, types, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, and management. It discusses the four main types of shock - cardiogenic, obstructive, hypovolemic, and distributive - describing the insult, physiologic effects, and compensatory mechanisms for each. Treatment of shock focuses on the ABCDE approach - airway, breathing, circulation, disability, and exposure. Restoring adequate circulation through fluid resuscitation is key. The goals of treatment are to optimize oxygen delivery and achieve endpoints of resuscitation like urine output and hemodynamic parameters.
The document provides information on electrocardiography (ECG) including:
1. It describes the normal conduction system of the heart and how it relates to the ECG waves and intervals.
2. It explains the basics of reading an ECG such as determining the heart rate, analyzing waves, segments, and intervals, and identifying abnormalities.
3. It discusses ECG findings associated with various cardiac conditions like myocardial infarction, left ventricular hypertrophy, bundle branch blocks, and cardiac arrhythmias.
Cartner, Michaela— Cardiac Surgery... then Cardiac ArrestSMACC Conference
1) The document provides guidance on assessing and treating deteriorating cardiac surgical patients in a safe and systematic way.
2) It emphasizes manipulating factors like heart rate, rhythm, preload, contractility, and afterload to optimize cardiac output and shock management in these patients.
3) For hemorrhage and cardiac tamponade, early recognition and reopening of the chest within 10 minutes of arrest can increase survival rates by over 50% for cardiac arrest patients after cardiac surgery.
The document provides an overview of electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation. It discusses the key steps including assessing quality, rate, rhythm, axis, P wave, PR interval, QRS duration and morphology, ST segment, T wave, QT interval, and identifying common abnormalities. Examples of important ECG patterns are also shown, such as lateral myocardial infarction, left bundle branch block, ventricular tachycardia, and Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome. The overall document aims to develop a structured approach for interpreting ECGs in clinical practice.
Lead aVr on EKGs is often overlooked but can provide important information. STE in lead aVr along with other leads could indicate LMCA stenosis or proximal LAD stenosis, suggesting acute coronary syndrome requiring emergent treatment. STE in aVr with SVT may indicate Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome. VT can be distinguished from SVT in wide complex tachycardia based on the morphology in lead aVr. Lead aVr may also demonstrate findings suggestive of pericarditis or tricyclic antidepressant overdose. Careful examination of lead aVr is encouraged to identify potentially life-threatening conditions.
This document discusses the approach to patients with congenital cyanotic heart disease. It begins with a case example of a newborn found to have transposition of the great arteries. It then covers the prevalence, causes, presentations, investigations and management of cyanotic heart defects. One of the key cyanotic defects discussed in detail is tetralogy of Fallot, including its pathophysiology, clinical features, investigations and treatment, including surgical repair.
This document provides an overview of cardiac emergencies for nurses. It begins with definitions of medical and cardiovascular emergencies. It then covers assessment of the cardiovascular system, ECG interpretation, common rhythm disturbances like tachycardias and bradycardias, and treatment protocols for cardiac arrest, chest pain, acute coronary syndrome, and other conditions. Nursing interventions are described for monitoring, medication administration, and supporting patients experiencing cardiovascular emergencies.
Rodent Models of Heart Failure and Cardiac Ischemic InjuryCorDynamics
1) The document describes several animal models used to study heart failure, including models that induce heart failure through myocardial infarction or pressure overload.
2) The left anterior descending coronary artery ligation model is commonly used in rats and mice to induce myocardial infarction, producing reductions in ejection fraction that mimic human heart failure.
3) Ischemia-reperfusion injury models, where the coronary artery is temporarily occluded then reperfused, are also used and can assess treatments administered prior to or after the ischemic event.
Coronary CT angiography allows for noninvasive imaging of the heart and coronary arteries. It can be used to evaluate patients with chest pain, assess coronary arteries after revascularization, and detect congenital coronary anomalies. The scan involves a non-contrast scan for calcium scoring followed by a contrast-enhanced scan. Proper patient preparation including beta-blockers and nitroglycerin is important. Images are analyzed using techniques like multiplanar reformation, maximum intensity projection, volume rendering and curved reformation to evaluate coronary artery anatomy and detect any stenosis.
The electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) measures and records the electrical activity of the heart. It was developed in 1893 by Willem Einthoven, who received the Nobel Prize for his work. An ECG works by detecting the tiny electrical changes on the skin that occur with each heartbeat. It shows the heart's rate and rhythm, as well as any damage to heart muscle. A standard 12-lead ECG provides multiple views of the heart and can help diagnose conditions like heart attacks.
This document discusses intravascular lithotripsy (IVL), a new technique for treating calcified coronary lesions. It provides an overview of IVL, including how it works using shockwaves to fracture calcium, the components of the system, and how to perform the procedure. The document outlines when IVL may be used compared to rotational atherectomy, such as for heavily calcified lesions, stent failure, or bifurcations. It presents examples of calcium fractures achieved with IVL and a practical algorithm for deciding between IVL and rotational atherectomy based on lesion characteristics.
This document provides guidance on preparing for the European Exam in Core Cardiology (EECC). It outlines the exam format, resources for preparation, and topics covered. The key points are:
- The exam takes place once per year, with the next one in June 2024. It is 3 hours long and contains 120 multiple choice questions.
- Main resources for preparation include ESC Guidelines, the EECC free preparatory course, BJCA course, question banks, and mock exams. Guidelines and courses focus on algorithms, guidelines summaries, lectures, and imaging.
- Topics covered include heart failure, valvular disease, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and others. Guidelines should be reviewed
This document discusses angina pectoris, or chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. It begins with an introduction and overview of angina. The main causes of angina are coronary artery disease and atherosclerosis which can lead to plaque buildup and blockages in the arteries supplying the heart. The document then covers clinical evaluation of patients with chest pain through medical history, physical exam, electrocardiograms and imaging tests. It outlines treatment goals of slowing disease progression, preventing heart attacks and relieving symptoms through risk factor control, medications like statins, blood pressure medications, aspirin and nitrates as well as procedures like coronary stenting. The role of lifestyle changes like diet, exercise and smoking cessation are
This document provides information about the eligibility requirements and structure of the EAPCI certification exam for interventional cardiologists. The exam has two parts - Part A is a 100 question multiple choice exam testing theoretical knowledge, delivered online over 3 hours. Part B demonstrates training, skills and experience through an e-logbook. The document lists exam dates and resources for preparation, including guidelines, required textbook chapters, videos on OCT and IVUS interpretation, and recommended books and question banks. Sample exam questions are provided on topics like STEMI, NSTE-ACS, and valvular interventions. The author wishes all exam takers the best of luck.
Novel management options for tricuspid endocarditis AhmedElBorae1
- Tricuspid valve endocarditis is managed either surgically or percutaneously depending on factors like resistant infection, recurrent infection showers, or resistant heart failure.
- Surgical options include excision with bicuspidization or patch repair, while percutaneous options include aspiration of vegetations using the AngioVac system or the newer Flow Triever system.
- The AngioVac system uses a self-expanding nitinol funnel tip and cardiopulmonary bypass to aspirate vegetations, showing technical success in 90% of cases and resolution of bacteremia in 75% within 48 hours.
This document provides guidance on performing a cardiac examination, including examination of:
1. The general patient (e.g. build, position)
2. Specific areas (hands, head, neck, legs, abdomen, lungs) to examine signs like clubbing, edema, jugular vein distension
3. The local heart (palpation for enlarged chambers or thrills, auscultation to identify affected valves or sounds like murmurs, clicks)
It describes what to listen for at different auscultation sites and how heart sounds and splits may indicate different cardiac issues. Additional signs like S3 and S4 gallops or pericardial rubs are also covered.
This document discusses descending aortic aneurysms, including their etiology, diagnosis, treatment options, and follow up. It notes that descending aortic aneurysms can be either true or false aneurysms. True aneurysms are usually degenerative in nature and share risk factors with abdominal aortic aneurysms like age, male sex, smoking, and hypertension. Imaging like CT or MRI is used to diagnose and monitor aneurysm size. Treatment depends on aneurysm size and anatomy, and may involve open surgical repair or endovascular stent grafting. Follow up care involves monitoring repaired aneurysms for complications like endoleaks. The overall goals are to control risk factors, intervene when aneurysms reach a certain size threshold based on guidelines, and
This document provides guidelines on the management of pericardial diseases from the ESC. It discusses the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of various pericardial conditions including pericarditis, cardiac tamponade, constrictive pericarditis. For constrictive pericarditis specifically, it highlights two key pathophysiological characteristics - exaggerated ventricular interdependence and the halting of intrathoracic pressure changes on the ventricles by a thickened pericardium. Surgical pericardiectomy is the definitive treatment for constrictive pericarditis when medical management fails.
1. This document discusses cardiovascular risks associated with cancer therapies. It highlights three main stations: risk factor assessment, surveillance during therapy, and risk stratification after therapy.
2. Different cancer treatments can cause different types of cardio-toxicity, such as anthracyclines causing heart failure, HER2 inhibitors causing drops in ejection fraction, and immune checkpoint inhibitors causing myocarditis.
3. Clinical scenarios are presented involving patients receiving various therapies who present with new cardiovascular issues, and the document discusses recommended next steps for evaluating and managing these patients.
Voltage discordance between precordial and limb leads on an ECG can indicate dilated cardiomyopathy. It is defined as a QRS amplitude less than 5 mm in all limb leads but greater than 10 mm in two or more contiguous precordial leads. This pattern is seen in 60% of dilated cardiomyopathy cases. In dilated cardiomyopathy, the enlarged heart brings myocardium closer to the chest wall, increasing the electrical forces detected by precordial leads via the Brody effect. Meanwhile, limb leads have lower recorded voltages due to their bipolar nature and replacement of muscular tissue with fibrotic scarring in cardiomyopathy.
Left ventricular non-compaction cardiomyopathy (LVNC) is a rare genetic heart condition characterized by a thickened myocardium with prominent trabeculations. It occurs when the myocardium fails to compact properly during fetal development. LVNC can be isolated or associated with other heart defects, and presents variably from being asymptomatic to causing heart failure, arrhythmias, blood clots, or sudden cardiac death. Diagnosis is made through echocardiogram, cardiac MRI, or CT scan finding an excessive trabeculated myocardium. Treatment focuses on managing complications like heart failure or arrhythmias. Prognosis depends on symptoms and ejection fraction, with mortality over 40% at 5 years in symptomatic patients.
This document discusses optical coherence tomography (OCT) in coronary artery disease. It provides an overview of OCT, including its history and clinical evidence. It then outlines how to perform an OCT study and presents an algorithmic approach to interpreting OCT images, including assessing plaque morphology, stent sizing and apposition. The document discusses several clinical applications of OCT, such as evaluating acute coronary syndrome, plaque vulnerability, and stent failure. It also reviews limitations and future directions of OCT, including hybrid OCT/IVUS catheters and the use of artificial intelligence.
Ventricular septal rupture (VSR) is a devastating complication following myocardial infarction. It occurs in 0.17-0.31% of cases post-primary PCI, usually 2-8 days post-MI. Risk factors include older age, female sex, late presentation, extensive MI, hypertension, and lytic therapy. Diagnosis involves acute deterioration, auscultation findings, echocardiogram, and CT scan. Management uses a hybrid approach of primary PCI of the culprit vessel followed by transient mechanical support like IABP, then definitive surgical or percutaneous repair. Without treatment, mortality is over 90% at 1 year. Challenges include friable tissue that cannot hold sutures early on and
Cardiovascular sequelae of Covid-19 (ACC consensus 2022)AhmedElBorae1
Summary of the recently published ACC consensus 2022 about the cardiovascular sequalae of Covid-19 infection
Lecture link: https://youtu.be/7JBG2v8YLpA
This document discusses how to insert a temporary pacemaker. It begins by providing historical context, noting the first patient to be kept alive for months using a pacemaker device. It then outlines the key steps for inserting a temporary pacemaker, including obtaining venous access, positioning the pacing lead under fluoroscopy or echocardiography guidance, and setting up the pacemaker device. Potential complications are addressed, as well as troubleshooting loss of capture or sensing. Special situations like externalized batteries or congenital vascular anomalies are also covered.
1) Pericardiocentesis is performed to drain fluid from the pericardial sac surrounding the heart. It was first done in 1840 by Franz Schuh in Vienna on a patient with a mediastinal tumor.
2) There are several potential access sites for the procedure including sub-xiphoid, left and right parasternal, and apical approaches. Ultrasound is typically used to guide needle placement and confirm proper positioning within the pericardial sac.
3) After fluid is drained, samples are obtained for analysis. The drainage catheter is then sutured in place and connected to a drainage system. Complications can include laceration of nearby organs or vessels,
SGLT-2 inhibitors have shown promising cardiovascular and renal benefits:
1) Trials have found SGLT-2 inhibitors reduce the risk of cardiovascular death in patients with type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular disease, as well as reducing heart failure hospitalizations in those with diabetes and cardiovascular risk factors.
2) Studies also show SGLT-2 inhibitors improve outcomes for patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, reducing rates of heart failure hospitalization and mortality regardless of diabetes status or background heart failure therapies.
3) SGLT-2 inhibitors were also found to reduce the risk of renal death or progression to end-stage kidney disease in patients with type 2 diabetes and macroalbuminuria.
1) Two-stent strategies can be used either as bail-out during provisional stenting if the side branch is compromised, or electively for complex bifurcation anatomies with predictors of side branch compromise.
2) Common two-stent techniques discussed include T/TAP stenting, mini-crush, culotte, and DK crush. Factors such as vessel diameters, angles, and lesion lengths help determine the appropriate technique.
3) Key steps discussed include optimal kissing balloon inflation, proximal optimization of the main vessel stent, and respecting the bifurcation anatomy. Being familiar with one or two techniques and using intravascular imaging is recommended.
AHA Valvular guidelines 2020, What is new?AhmedElBorae1
The document summarizes key changes in the 2020 American Heart Association valvular heart disease guidelines compared to previous versions. Some notable changes include a lower threshold for intervention in aortic and mitral regurgitation to prevent ventricular dysfunction, expanded recommendations for mitral valve repair with transcatheter edge-to-edge repair for primary and secondary mitral regurgitation, consideration of early intervention for severe symptomatic isolated tricuspid regurgitation, and recognition of catheter-based treatments like valve-in-valve as reasonable options for treating prosthetic valve dysfunction in selected patients. The presentation also reviews guidelines on infective endocarditis prophylaxis, medical management of chronic regurgitation, and decision-making factors for biopropro
This document provides an overview of percutaneous prosthetic valve leakage (PVL) closure, including indications, approaches, techniques, and closure devices. It discusses that over 210,000 prosthetic valve surgeries are performed each year, with PVL occurring in some cases. While surgical closure has a high mortality rate, percutaneous closure has a procedural success rate of 86% and less complications. Indications for closure include symptomatic heart failure, hemolysis, rocking prosthesis, or leaks over 30% of the sewing ring. Techniques discussed include retrograde and transapical approaches using devices like the Amplatzer and Occlutech plugs. A team approach and techniques like sequential deployment are emphasized for
Cell Therapy Expansion and Challenges in Autoimmune DiseaseHealth Advances
There is increasing confidence that cell therapies will soon play a role in the treatment of autoimmune disorders, but the extent of this impact remains to be seen. Early readouts on autologous CAR-Ts in lupus are encouraging, but manufacturing and cost limitations are likely to restrict access to highly refractory patients. Allogeneic CAR-Ts have the potential to broaden access to earlier lines of treatment due to their inherent cost benefits, however they will need to demonstrate comparable or improved efficacy to established modalities.
In addition to infrastructure and capacity constraints, CAR-Ts face a very different risk-benefit dynamic in autoimmune compared to oncology, highlighting the need for tolerable therapies with low adverse event risk. CAR-NK and Treg-based therapies are also being developed in certain autoimmune disorders and may demonstrate favorable safety profiles. Several novel non-cell therapies such as bispecific antibodies, nanobodies, and RNAi drugs, may also offer future alternative competitive solutions with variable value propositions.
Widespread adoption of cell therapies will not only require strong efficacy and safety data, but also adapted pricing and access strategies. At oncology-based price points, CAR-Ts are unlikely to achieve broad market access in autoimmune disorders, with eligible patient populations that are potentially orders of magnitude greater than the number of currently addressable cancer patients. Developers have made strides towards reducing cell therapy COGS while improving manufacturing efficiency, but payors will inevitably restrict access until more sustainable pricing is achieved.
Despite these headwinds, industry leaders and investors remain confident that cell therapies are poised to address significant unmet need in patients suffering from autoimmune disorders. However, the extent of this impact on the treatment landscape remains to be seen, as the industry rapidly approaches an inflection point.
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4. Every ER shift scenarios
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M-mode= Cut section
Color Doppler= Flow
Gain= contrast
Acquire= save
Measure=General measures
Calc.=Specific measures
Enter= Ok
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