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[Pulmonary blood volume. Definition, measurement, normal values].

M Zelter, J Mensch-Dechene, A Lockhart

    Pathologie-Biologie
    |April 1, 1975
    PubMed
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    This study simplifies the double-injection method for measuring pulmonary blood volume (PBV) by injecting the indicator into the pulmonary wedge position, avoiding left atrial catheterization. Current methods show wide normal PBV scatter, limiting precise clinical application.

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    Area of Science:

    • Physiology
    • Cardiovascular research

    Context:

    • The double-injection method is used to measure pulmonary blood volume (PBV).
    • Left atrial catheterization is invasive and technically demanding.
    • Standardization of normal PBV values is challenging due to technique variability and small sample sizes.

    Purpose:

    • To simplify the double-injection method for PBV measurement.
    • To eliminate the need for left atrial catheterization.
    • To investigate the utility of PBV measurement in assessing pulmonary vascular distensibility.

    Summary:

    • A simplified double-injection method is proposed, using indicator injection in the pulmonary wedge position instead of the left atrium.
    • Normal PBV values exhibit significant scatter (204-326 ml/m²), hindering standardization.

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  • PBV measurement aids in assessing overall pulmonary vascular distensibility but cannot differentiate arterial, microcirculatory, or venous components.

    • Impact:

    • This simplified method reduces procedural invasiveness.
    • The findings highlight limitations in using PBV to assess specific pulmonary vessel segment distensibility.
    • Further research is needed for accurate in vivo assessment of pulmonary vascular components.