Looking Back, Going Forward: Understanding Cardiac Pathophysiology from Pressure–Volume Loops
Ilaria Protti, Antoon J M van den Enden, Nicolas M. Van Mieghem, Christiaan L. Meuwese, Paolo Meani
Abstract
Knowing cardiac physiology is essential for health care professionals working in the cardiovascular field. Pressure-volume loops (PVLs) offer a unique understanding of the myocardial working and have become pivotal in complex pathophysiological scenarios, such as profound cardiogenic shock or when mechanical circulatory supports are implemented. This review provides a comprehensive summary of the left and right ventricle physiology, based on the PVL interpretation.
Topics & Concepts
Cardiogenic shockBiologyCardiovascular physiologyVentriclePathophysiologyShock (circulatory)Volume overloadCardiologyIntensive care medicineInternal medicineMedicineMyocardial infarctionEndocrinologyHeart failureMechanical Circulatory Support DevicesCardiovascular Function and Risk FactorsCardiovascular Effects of Exercise