The performance of mechanical work by isolated cardiac muscle samples has typically been studied by subjecting their tissues to an isotonic shortening protocol, which results in “flat-topped” ...

Background Afterload mismatch (AM) refers to high-gradient (mean gradient ≥40 mm Hg) severe aortic stenosis (AS) with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF <50%) that is hypothesised to ...

Mock circulatory systems (MCSs) have been extensively used in the evaluation of cardiac assist devices, while the mock ventricle plays an important role in MCSs. In this study, the experimental study ...

Within the prior 24 months, I have had a financial relationship with a company producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients: Receive the the ...

Issue description Async methods decorated with @AfterLoad in embedded entities are not awaited Expected Behavior The decorated method should be awaited so it's executed before the entity is ready to ...

The AUC space of the isovolumetric contraction is a useful marker of ventricular performance in patients with afterload mismatch, showing a statistically significant correlation with the EF and the ...

Introduction: While central blood pressure (BP) has been recognized as a major indicator of left ventricular (LV) afterload, the reduction of central pressure decreases LV afterload and may prevent ...

The authors discuss the mechanisms, clinical presentation, and evaluation of right ventricular failure, as well as its management.

Studies suggest that an aggressive approach to lowering right ventricular afterload in PAH can improve clinical outcomes.

A study has found that higher RV afterload in older patients is linked to increased risk for atrial fibrillation regardless of LA and LV remodeling.

Pulmonary embolism can lead to complications such as right heart failure and recurrent blood clots. Learn more.