Right ventricular systolic pressure (RVSP) is one important marker, used in combination with other echocardiographic signs, in the assessment of patients at risk for pulmonary hypertension. A tricuspid regurgitant jet of greater than 2.7 m/sec is generally used as the screening velocity for pulmonary hypertension. A Bernoulli equation that incorporates…
Potential Cardiovascular Risks in Patients After Initial COVID-19 Infection Persistent symptoms from coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19) are present in nearly 90 percent of patients 60 days post diagnosis. Proper testing, diagnosis, and management may prevent worsening illness. COVID-19 has the potential for both direct and indirect long-term effects on the…
Respiratory Illnesses – Differentials leading to Diagnosis The flu and COVID-19, the illness caused by the coronavirus that’s led to the current pandemic, are both infectious respiratory illnesses. Although the symptoms of COVID-19 and the flu can look similar, the two illnesses are caused by different viruses. Let’s throw in the…
Debra Isaac and Paul W.M. Fedak: It is eerily quiet in our hospital cardiac units. It shouldn’t be By Debra Isaac and Paul W.M. Fedak As health-care professionals, we are focused on preparing for and implementing effective management strategies for the onslaught of COVID-19 patients within our health…
Physical Distancing Works: Whether you are a patient coming in for an Echocardiogram or going grocery shopping for the WEEK support NWCD in flattening the curve.