Monthly Archives: February 2008

Diagnostic Testing for Heart Failure

Posted on February 22, 2008 by david

Diagnostic testing for heart failure includes chest X-ray, ECG, echocardiography, and pulmonary artery catheterization.In a patient with heart failure, a chest X-ray reveals an enlarged heart, indicating hypertrophy or dilation. If the patient is in the early stages of heart … Continue reading →

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Function of Arterial Pressures

Posted on February 5, 2008 by david

To determine if a patient has hypertension, of course, you’ll measure his blood pressure. From his blood pressure measurements, you can determine his pulse pressure and mean arterial pressure (MAP). These measurements, in turn, can help you detect related disorders … Continue reading →

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