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The Cardiac Cycle with EKG Insights Our hearts beat relentlessly, but have you ever wondered what goes on inside this incredible organ? 🤔 Join me on a journey through the phases of the cardiac cycle, and let's dive into the world of EKG (Electrocardiogram) to gain deeper insights into its rhythms! 🚀 1️⃣ Atrial Contraction (Atrial Systole): The cycle begins with the atria contracting, pushing blood into the ventricles. This phase is represented by the P-wave on the EKG, marking the depolarization of the atria. 💥💘 2️⃣ Ventricular Contraction (Ventricular Systole): Next, the ventricles contract, forcing blood into the pulmonary artery and aorta. This is when the QRS complex on the EKG occurs, signifying ventricular depolarization. 🎵💪 3️⃣ Isovolumetric Relaxation: After the ventricles empty, they briefly relax, but all valves remain closed. The EKG remains flat during this momentary pause, reflecting electrical quiescence. 🛑🕒 4️⃣ Atrial Filling (Atrial Diastole): As the ventricles relax, the atria fill with blood from the veins. The EKG continues to show electrical calmness. 🔄❤️ 5️⃣ Ventricular Filling (Ventricular Diastole): The final phase sees the ventricles passively filling with blood from the atria, preparing for the next contraction. This is often represented by the T-wave on the EKG, signifying ventricular repolarization. ⏳🌊 Understanding these phases, coupled with insights from the EKG, helps us appreciate the intricate dance of the heart's electrical and mechanical activities that keep life flowing. 🩺🌟 . . . Thank you for the share @med.docs . . . . #heart #cardiac #medstudent #nurse #cathlab #studentnurse #physicianassistant #cardiologyfellow #cardiology #foamed #medicine #medical #doctor #HeartHealth #CardiacCycle #EKGInsights #KeepTheBeatAlive

Hey connections!! I’m happy to share my article about CARDIAC CATHETERISATION  In cardiac catheterization (often called cardiac cath), your doctor puts a very small, flexible, hollow tube (called a catheter) into a blood vessel in the groin, arm, or neck. Then he or she threads it through the blood vessel into the aorta and into the heart. Once the catheter is in place, several tests may be done. Your doctor can place the tip of the catheter into various parts of the heart to measure the pressures within the heart chambers or take blood samples to measure oxygen levels.Your doctor can guide the catheter into the coronary arteries and inject contrast dye to check blood flow through them. (The coronary arteries are the vessels that carry blood to the heart muscle.) This is called coronary angiography. #snsinstitutions #snsdesignthinkers #snsdesignthinking

🔋⚡️ Electrolytes and EKG Changes: Understanding the Heart's Electrical Symphony! ⚡️🔋 Hey #LinkedInCommunity! 🌟 💡 Want to dive into the electrifying world of cardiology? Let's talk about "Electrolytes and EKG Changes" and how they impact the heart's rhythmic dance! 💓 💡Electrolytes - The Conductors of the Heart 💡 🧪 Electrolytes are essential minerals in our body that carry an electric charge. They play a crucial role in maintaining the heart's electrical balance and ensuring its smooth functioning. 💡 EKG Changes - Decoding the Heart's Melody💡 📊 An Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG) is a test that records the heart's electrical activity over time. It helps identify various heart conditions and abnormalities. 💡 The Heart-Knowledge Connection 💡 🧠 Understanding the link between electrolytes and EKG changes is crucial for healthcare professionals, especially cardiologists, to diagnose and treat heart-related issues effectively. 🌱 For all aspiring medical professionals and fellow enthusiasts, make sure to keep learning and staying updated with the latest advancements in cardiology and cardiovascular research! 📚📖 📣 Let's spark a discussion! Share your thoughts and experiences on how you handle EKG changes related to electrolyte imbalances. 💬💭 #Cardiology #Electrophysiology #HeartHealth #Medicine #Healthcare #ElectrolyteBalance #EKG #ECG #MedEd #CardiovascularResearch #StayCurious

Let’s talk Bundle Branch Blocks! A bundle branch block (BBB) is a disruption or delay in the normal conduction of electrical impulses along one of the bundle branches of the heart's electrical system. 1️⃣ Right Bundle Branch Block (RBBB): 👀 Look at leads V1 and V2. You might see a widened QRS complex (>120 ms) with an rSR' pattern. This means there is an initial small R wave, followed by a larger S wave, and then another R' wave. 👀Leads V5 and V6 may show a wide and slurred S wave. 2️⃣ Left Bundle Branch Block (LBBB): 👀V1 may show a broad, notched or slurred R wave. 👀Leads V5 and V6 may show a wide, notched, or slurred S wave. 👀The QRS complex is generally widened (>120 ms). Have you heard of the turn signal analogy? Comment below!!! ⤵️⤴️ Thanks https://lnkd.in/gsydw6Ht for the graphic!!! . . Follow CardioVisual for more educational content! . . . #HeartHealth #CardiologyFacts #CardiacFunction #HeartFacts #Cardiology#Hearteducation #RN #RCIS #HeartPatient #RT #NursingStudent #Echocardiogram #Fellow #CathLab #InterventionalCardiology #EKG #EKGEducation Copy:Cardio

Coronary angioplasty, also called percutaneous coronary intervention is a procedure to open clogged blood vessels of the heart. It treats vessels, called coronary arteries, which deliver blood to heart muscles. A tiny balloon on a narrow tube, called a catheter, is used to widen a clogged artery and improve blood flow. Angioplasty is often followed by the placement of a small wire mesh tube called a stent. That helps prop the artery open and decreases the chance of the artery narrowing again. Most stents are coated with medicine that helps keep the artery open. The procedure also may be used as emergency treatment for a heart attack. #CoronaryAngioplasty #PCI #HeartHealth #StentPlacement #Cardiology #AnginaRelief #HeartAttackPrevention #MedicalProcedure #Healthcare #ArteryHealth

Palpitations  By John D. Shenouda, M.D., F.A.C.C. We have all felt a sudden “extra beat” or our heart skipping. Most of the time we ignore it and move on with our day until it becomes more frequent or is associated with other symptoms. In fact, palpitations come in many different shapes and forms and are one of the most common reasons why a person seeks medical consultation with their primary care doctor or seeks consultation from a cardiologist.  Palpitations may be a sign of fast heartbeats or slow heartbeats. People most often state that they experience palpitations as “extra beats,” fluttering, or just an unpleasant feeling. These palpitations can be felt in the chest, in the neck, in the throat or sometimes even as pulsations in the head.  Whenever we consider palpitations, we are talking about electrical issues concerning the heart. These electrical issues can originate in the top chambers of the heart or the bottom chambers of the heart. The location of where the palpitations come from along with the frequency of the palpitations will often help the cardiologist decide what kind of workup is needed. Palpitations can often be benign and part of normal cardiac conduction. Use this link to continue reading this article: https://lnkd.in/ety_aYKu follow @cardiocppa on facebook #palpitationsDE #heartpalpitations #internalmedicine #cardiovasculardisease #echocardiography #vascularimaging #nuclearcardiology #interventionalcardiology #Palpitations #chestflutters #heartflutters #EKG #stroke #bloodthinners #electricalheartproblems #bloodclot #bloodclots #heartchambers #cardiacissues #womensmagazine #localmagazine #womenincharge #newcastlecounty #kentcounty #delawarebusiness #womeninbusinessde #delawaresmallbusiness

Are you passionate about cardiovascular health and the well-being of patients with heart conditions? Sree Abirami Institutions is your gateway to a fulfilling career in the field of cardiac care. As a cardiac technologist, you'll play a vital role in diagnosing and treating heart-related disorders, making a significant impact on patients' lives. #sreeabiraminstitutions #coimbatore #bsccardiactechnology #education #admissionopen2023 #joinnow #bestmedicalcollegeincoimbatore #echanari #CardiacCare #MedicalEducation #HealthcareProfessionals #Cardiology

📚 Unlocking the Language of the Heart: Decoding ECGs! 🧠 Ever wondered how to decipher the rhythmic language of the heart? 🤔 Today, let's demystify the process of reading an Electrocardiogram (ECG)! 🔍 Step 1: Understand the Basics ECGs represent the electrical activity of the heart. P waves, QRS complexes, and T waves each tell a unique story about cardiac function. 📊 Step 2: Analyzing the Graph - *P Waves:* Reflect atrial depolarization. - *QRS Complex:* Indicates ventricular depolarization. - *T Waves:* Signify ventricular repolarization. 🤓 Step 3: Recognizing Patterns - *Regular Rhythm:* Consistent intervals between waves. - *Irregular Rhythm:* Varied intervals, possibly indicating arrhythmias. 👀 Step 4: Check for Abnormalities - *ST Segment:* Elevated or depressed? This may signal ischemia or injury. - *Long QT Interval:* Could indicate a risk of arrhythmias. 🌐 Step 5: Context Matters Consider the patient's history, symptoms, and clinical context. Connect the dots to arrive at a comprehensive interpretation. 📸 *Attached is a sample ECG for reference.*🩺❤️ #ECG #Cardiology #MedicalEducation #Healthcare