09. Physiology - Cardiac Function II

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What does the E-wave in M-mode echocardiography represent?

Isovolumetric relaxation

Early rapid filling of the ventricle (correct)

Atrial contraction

Ventricular ejection

What is diastasis in the context of diastolic function?

The initial rapid filling of the ventricle

The constant filling pressure in the heart

A period of limited blood flow between E and A waves (correct)

The phase of atrial contraction

How does an increase in heart rate typically affect diastasis?

It causes a reversal of diastasis

It lengthens diastasis

It has no effect on diastasis

It leads to the loss of diastasis (correct)

What does the A-wave in the Doppler echocardiography represent?

Early filling due to atrial contraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Pulsed Wave Doppler in echocardiography?

To measure the velocity of blood flow Signup and view all the answers

Which heart sound is specifically associated with early diastolic filling?

S3 Signup and view all the answers

What does increased E-wave velocity indicate in echocardiography?

Decreased ventricular compliance Signup and view all the answers

What is assessed during auscultation related to heart function?

Heart valve closure timing Signup and view all the answers

What phenomenon describes the increased contractility of myocytes due to increased length or volume?

Length Dependent Activation Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the Frank-Starling Law, what remains relatively unchanged when preload is altered?

End Systolic Volume Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the force generated by myocytes in a heart with heart failure at longer muscle lengths?

It decreases compared to shorter lengths Signup and view all the answers

Under normal conditions, what property does a healthy heart demonstrate according to the discussed principles?

Enhanced contractility with increased length Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of high levels of calcium on myocyte contraction in the context of heart failure?

It reduces contractility at longer muscle lengths Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between aortic valve closure and end systolic volume?

Aortic valve closure does not affect end systolic volume. Signup and view all the answers

What does the slope of the golden line in the pressure-volume loop represent?

It acts as an index of contractility or inotropy. Signup and view all the answers

How does reducing calcium release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum affect contractility?

It leads to reduced contractility. Signup and view all the answers

According to the Frank Starling Relationship, changing preload affects stroke volume as follows:

Stroke volume often remains constant despite preload changes. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of contractility, what role does afterload play?

Higher afterload can decrease the contractility index. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following mechanisms does NOT reduce contractility?

Increasing myosin ATPase activity. Signup and view all the answers

What effect does changing afterload have on the pressure-volume loop?

It creates a line whose slope is an index of contractility. Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of preload on stroke volume according to the content provided?

Stroke volume is influenced by preload but not limited to direct proportionality. Signup and view all the answers

What does LaPlace's Law relate in the context of cardiac physiology?

Pressure within a shape to wall stress of the surrounding wall Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects the primary function of the heart?

To generate cardiac output by driving blood into the body Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the heart is primarily responsible for pumping blood throughout the body?

Left Ventricle Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Bernoulli’s principle in understanding heart function?

It indicates how valves open and close based on pressure gradients Signup and view all the answers

How does afterload usually affect the Pressure-Volume loop in cardiac physiology?

It alters the contractility and modifies the loop's shape Signup and view all the answers

What does the Frank-Starling relationship require to influence cardiac function?

Changes in preload and length-dependent activation Signup and view all the answers

Which structure prevents blood from flowing backward during the cardiac cycle?

Valves Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the Wiggers' Diagram in relation to cardiac function?

It illustrates changes in pressure and volume during cardiac cycles Signup and view all the answers

What causes the 3rd heart sound during the cardiac cycle?

Deceleration of the blood Signup and view all the answers

When are the 1st and 2nd heart sounds produced?

With the closing of the valves Signup and view all the answers

What does the Ejection Fraction (EF) indicate?

Percentage of blood ejected from the ventricles Signup and view all the answers

What is demonstrated by a split second heart sound?

Delay in closure of the right ventricular pulmonary valve Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'End Systolic Volume' (ESV) refer to?

Volume of blood remaining in the heart after contraction Signup and view all the answers

What primarily influences the 4th heart sound during the cardiac cycle?

Deceleration of blood during late atrial filling Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the cardiac cycle is characterized by a counter-clockwise trace in the Pressure-Volume loop?

Ejection phase Signup and view all the answers

What typically occurs when the left and right ventricles do not synchronize during valve closure?

Formation of a split S2 heart sound Signup and view all the answers

What primarily contributes to the generation of cardiac output?

The contraction of the left ventricle Signup and view all the answers

In the context of LaPlace’s Law, what is the relationship defined?

Tension is directly proportional to radius and pressure Signup and view all the answers

What effect does changing preload have on the stroke volume according to the Frank-Starling relationship?

Increased preload increases stroke volume Signup and view all the answers

How does afterload typically impact the Pressure-Volume loop?

Increased afterload decreases stroke volume and alters the loop Signup and view all the answers

What primarily influences the genesis of heart sounds during the cardiac cycle?

The opening and closing of the heart valves Signup and view all the answers

Which chamber of the heart has the most significant role in aiding blood flow throughout the body?

Left ventricle Signup and view all the answers

What measurement is used to derive the cardiac output using Fick's Method?

Rate of oxygen consumption Signup and view all the answers

When calculating work using the area of the pressure-volume loop, which parameters are specifically used?

Stroke volume and the difference between MAP and diastolic pressure Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the units for cardiac output?

L/min Signup and view all the answers

Which parameters contribute to the calculation of stroke volume?

End diastolic volume and end systolic volume Signup and view all the answers

What does the Fick's method reveal about the relationship between oxygen utilization and blood flow?

Higher cardiac output corresponds to higher oxygen utilization rates Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the pressure-volume loop, how can one estimate the work done for this course?

By approximating the area as a rectangle using specific pressure values Signup and view all the answers

What is primarily indicated by the presence of diastasis during the diastolic period in echocardiography?

A consistent rate of ventricular filling Signup and view all the answers

In an echocardiogram, how does the heart rate affect the E and A wave patterns during rapid filling?

The E wave increases and A wave decreases significantly with higher heart rates. Signup and view all the answers

What role does Doppler echocardiography play in assessing blood flow within the heart?

It helps visualize blood flow by measuring rate of change in volume. Signup and view all the answers

What might be the consequence of an earlier firing of a P-wave on the cardiac cycle?

Altered E-wave and A-wave timing. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of pulmonary auscultation is essential for understanding blood flow dynamics in the heart?

Listening for abnormalities in heart sounds. Signup and view all the answers

What key feature of the diastolic period is illustrated in Wiggers’ Diagram?

The interrelation between blood volume and pressure changes. Signup and view all the answers

The IVRT (Isovolumetric Relaxation Time) is significant in echocardiography primarily because it indicates:

The efficiency of diastolic filling. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'early rapid filling' refer to in the context of echocardiography?

The initial phase of ventricular filling characterized by the E-wave. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the right ventricle fails to close the pulmonary valve at the same time as the left ventricle closes the aortic valve?

The second heart sound may be split. Signup and view all the answers

Which heart sound is primarily associated with the deceleration of blood during rapid filling?

3rd heart sound Signup and view all the answers

What defines the End Diastolic Volume (EDV) in the context of the cardiac cycle?

Volume of blood when the mitral valve closes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal percentage for Ejection Fraction (EF) in a healthy heart?

50% to 70% Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the cardiac cycle does the pressure-volume loop trace begin and end in relation to valve closures?

Diastole Signup and view all the answers

What happens during the 4th heart sound related to blood flow?

Blood decelerates during late atrial filling. Signup and view all the answers

How is stroke volume (SV) calculated in relation to end diastolic volume (EDV) and end systolic volume (ESV)?

SV = EDV - ESV Signup and view all the answers

What phenomenon can cause heart sounds to become pronounced in pathologic hearts?

Slowing of blood or loss of blood velocity. Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario is a 2nd heart sound split into A2 and P2?

Left and right ventricles close their valves at different times. Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of altered afterload on the Pressure-Volume loop?

Shifts the loop vertically and affects stroke volume. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cardiac Output

The heart's primary function is to generate cardiac output, which is the volume of blood pumped per minute.
This process involves moving blood through the body and creating pressure gradients to drive blood flow.
Key factors affecting cardiac output include:
- Ventricular chamber size
- Atrial chamber size
- Major veins and arteries
- Four heart valves
- Left ventricle (LV) plays a crucial role due to its large muscle mass and responsibility for systemic blood circulation.

LaPlace's Law

LaPlace's Law relates the pressure inside a spherical shape to the tension or force of its surrounding wall
In the context of the heart:
- Higher pressure requires a greater force from the heart wall
- Increased wall stress leads to an expanding ventricle to maintain pressure, which can lead to heart failure.

M-Mode Echocardiography

It measures motion of structures within the heart
M-Mode is used to visualize:
- Mitral valve movement during the cardiac cycle
- Early rapid filling (E) and late atrial filling (A)

Doppler Echocardiography

Doppler Echocardiography measures blood flow within the heart by calculating the derivative of volume, which is essentially the rate of change of volume.
Visualizes the flow of blood across the mitral valve
The E-wave and A-wave representing early rapid filling and late atrial filling should not significantly change with heart rate.
Diastasis (pause in blood flow) is shortened with increased heart rate.

Heart Sounds

Heart sounds are generated by:
- Valve closure: The most prominent sounds produced by valves shutting and vibrating
- Blood deceleration: Less frequent, particularly during early rapid filling and late atrial filling.

Heart Sound Descriptions

First heart sound (S1): Commonly known as a "lub" sound, occurs when the mitral valve closes and the aortic valve opens.
Second heart sound (S2): Known as the "dub" sound, occurs when the aortic valve closes and the mitral valve opens.
Third heart sound (S3): Produced by rapid deceleration of blood during early rapid filling, prevalent in some young hearts.
Fourth heart sound (S4): Resulting from blood deceleration during late atrial filling, associated with stiff or dilated hearts.

Splitting of Heart Sounds

Aortic and Pulmonary valve synchronization: Normally, the left and right ventricles close their valves (aortic and pulmonary) simultaneously, creating overlapping sounds, but this can be interrupted.
Splitting: If the right ventricle closes the pulmonary valve later than the left ventricle closes the aortic valve, it will create a split, resulting in two distinct sounds, one from the aortic (A2) and the other from the pulmonary (P2).

Pressure-Volume Loop

The Pressure-Volume loop provides a visual representation of the cardiac cycle.
Key measurements and calculations:
- End Diastolic Volume (EDV): The total volume of blood in the ventricle when the mitral valve closes.
- End Systolic Volume (ESV): The volume of blood remaining in the ventricle when the aortic valve closes.
- Stroke Volume (SV): The difference between EDV and ESV, representing the amount of blood ejected.
- Ejection Fraction (EF): Percentage of blood ejected during each heartbeat, calculated as (SV/EDV) x 100.
- A normal ejection fraction is greater than 50%.

Contractility/Inotropy by changing Afterload

Increasing afterload elevates systemic/aortic blood pressure and delays the opening of the aortic valve.
Mitral valve closure (preload) remains unaffected because the afterload is not directly changing it.
Aortic valve closure/end systolic volume changes to indicate the degree of contractility.
Contractility refers to the force of the heart's contraction independent of preload.
Increased contractility leads to a steeper slope on the pressure-volume loop, showing greater contraction strength.

Frank-Starling Relationship (Preload/Length Dependent Activation)

The Frank-Starling relationship states that increasing preload leads to a higher stroke volume, essentially the heart's ability to contract more forcefully with a larger stretch.
This reflects the principle of length-dependent activation, where muscle fibers can generate greater contractile force with a greater length, resulting in higher stroke volume.

Considerations about Heart Failure

Heart failure can weaken Length Dependent Activation, preventing the heart's contractility from increasing with increased preload.
Reduced length-dependent activation reduces the effectiveness of the Frank-Starling mechanism in heart failure.

Cardiac Output

The heart’s primary function is to generate cardiac output, which drives blood throughout the body.
The left ventricle (LV) plays a crucial role in pumping blood to the body due to its substantial muscle mass.
Valves regulate blood flow direction, only opening when a pressure gradient exists.

LaPlace’s Law

Relates the pressure within a spherical structure to its wall stress (force or tension).

Echocardiography

M-Mode echocardiography provides a visual representation of the mitral valve movement and early/late filling (E/A waves).
Doppler echocardiography measures blood flow in the heart as a derivative of volume change (rate of change of volume).

Heart Sounds

Auscultation is the process of listening to bodily sounds, including the heart, lungs, and blood pressure.
Heart sounds primarily originate from valve closures and blood deceleration.
Valve closures produce vibrations that create the 1st and 2nd heart sounds.
Decelerating blood flow, particularly in stiff or dilated hearts, causes the 3rd and 4th heart sounds.
The first heart sound (“Lub”) occurs when the mitral valve closes and the aortic valve opens.
The second heart sound (“Dub”) occurs when the aortic valve closes and the mitral valve opens.
Splitting of heart sounds can occur if the right ventricle's pulmonary valve closure is not synchronized with the left ventricle's aortic valve closure.

Pressure-Volume Loop

This loop depicts the cardiac cycle in a counter-clockwise direction, with corners defined by valve closures.
Key measurements derived from the loop:
- End diastolic volume (EDV): Volume at mitral valve closure
- End systolic volume (ESV): Volume at aortic valve closure
- Stroke volume (SV): Difference between EDV and ESV
- Ejection fraction (EF): Percentage of blood ejected (normal >50%).

Contractility

Changing afterload influences contractility.
Afterload, represented as the area of the pressure-volume loop, can be approximated as a rectangle.
The top of the rectangle represents mean arterial pressure (MAP), the bottom represents diastolic pressure, and work is calculated as stroke volume multiplied by the difference between MAP and diastolic pressure.

Cardiac Output Calculation

Fick’s Method, the gold standard for quantifying oxygen utilization, is used to calculate cardiac output.
CO = O2 uptake (ml O2/min) / A-V O2 diff (ml O2/L blood).
CO can also be calculated by multiplying stroke volume (SV) by heart rate (HR).

Clinical Considerations

Cardioplegia solution, a high potassium concentration solution, is used to stop cardiac contraction during transplant procedures.
Decreasing heart rate (HR) and increasing stroke volume (SV) can adjust cardiac output (CO).
Decreased preload and afterload can occur during significant blood loss.
Diastolic function is crucial in cardiac health and involves cardiac relaxation and stiffness.

Integration of Concepts

Lecture content provides a comprehensive understanding of the heart’s function, from myocyte action potential to cardiac output.
Comprehending how modifications at each step impact the next step is crucial in understanding cardiac function.

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