Hypertensive Crisis, Urgency, & Emergency - The Cardiology Advisor
Updated: 05/20/2024. A hypertensive crisis is a severe increase in blood pressure (systolic ≥180 mm Hg and/or diastolic ≥110 mm Hg). 1 Without immediate intervention, severe cases can be …
HS-CRP: High Sensitivity CRP (C-reactive Protein)
Nov 17, 2022 · C-reactive protein (CRP) is an acute-phase protein produced in the liver as part of the body’s natural inflammatory response. 1,2 It is produced in greater volumes when …
Congestive Heart Failure Symptoms, Stages, & Classification - The ...
Feb 13, 2024 · Congestive heart failure is a potentially life-threatening condition that impacts millions of people. However, patients with congestive heart failure may be asymptomatic until …
Beta Blockers in Heart Failure Management - The Cardiology Advisor
Feb 12, 2024 · Beta blockers are the mainstay heart failure treatment for patients with an LVEF of up to 40%, as seen in HFrEF. 2 High-quality evidence from multiple RCTs indicates that beta …
FFR: Fractional Flow Reserve - The Cardiology Advisor
Dec 5, 2022 · FFR Definition & Description. FFR is defined as ratio of pressure measured in coronary segment distal to stenosis (Pd) and pressure measured proximal to stenosis, usually …
Atrial Tachycardia: Diagnosis - The Cardiology Advisor
Dec 5, 2022 · Atrial tachycardia is a heart rhythm in which the heart beats faster than 100 beats per minute due to an electrical signal in the atria. It is one type of paroxysmal supraventricular …
Lidocaine Antiarrhythmic Uses - The Cardiology Advisor
Mar 14, 2024 · Side Effects of Lidocaine (Intravenous) The 3 broad categories of adverse side effects associated with intravenous (IV) lidocaine are central nervous system (CNS), …
Antianginal Drugs - The Cardiology Advisor
Nov 17, 2022 · Antianginal Drugs in Summary. Angina is chest pain or chest discomfort due to an imbalance between myocardial oxygen supply and demand. 1,2 Angina is a predictor of future …
Beta Blockers - The Cardiology Advisor
Nov 17, 2022 · Primary Beta Blockers Indications Beta Blockers for Angina Angina: Presentation and Diagnosis. Patients with angina present with retrosternal chest pain, sensation of …
PCI vs CABG - The Cardiology Advisor
Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) are two options for the treatment and management of coronary artery disease. Advancements in …