Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Overview of the Cardiovascular System

Overview of the Cardiovascular System

The cardiovascular system is a vital transportation system in the body. It comprises the heart and blood vessels and facilitates the exchange of gases, nutrients, and waste products.
Heart
The heart is the central pump of the cardiovascular system that circulates blood throughout the body. It comprises two atria receiving the blood and two ventricles pumping blood out of the heart. Their rhythmic contractions, called heartbeats, ensure that blood flow remains continuous.
Blood Vessels
Blood...

Assessment of the Cardiovascular System I: Subjective Data

Assessment of the Cardiovascular System I: Subjective Data

A thorough health history and physical assessment are essential for identifying cardiovascular disease (CVD) symptoms and distinguishing them from other health issues.
Initial Enquiry
Ask the patient about their primary concern and thoroughly explore all reported symptoms.
Medical History
Investigate past illnesses affecting the cardiovascular system, such as angina, anemia, rheumatic fever, congenital heart disease, stroke, thrombophlebitis, dysrhythmias, varicosities
Inquire about symptoms...

Blood Studies for Cardiovascular System I: Cardiac Biomarkers

Blood Studies for Cardiovascular System I: Cardiac Biomarkers

Cardiac biomarkers are enzymes, proteins, and hormones released into the blood when cardiac cells are injured. They are powerful tools for triaging.
The essential diagnostic tools for detecting myocardial necrosis and monitoring individuals suspected of having acute coronary syndrome (ACS) include:
Troponins
Troponins, particularly cardiac troponins I and T, are the most precise and sensitive markers of myocardial injury. They are detectable within 4-6 hours of myocardial injury and remain...

Regulation of the Cardiovascular System

Regulation of the Cardiovascular System

The regulation of the cardiovascular system allows the body to adapt to various demands and maintain homeostasis.
The regulation of the cardiovascular system involves the autonomic nervous system (ANS), baroreceptors, and chemoreceptors, ensuring that heart rate and blood pressure are appropriately modulated in response to varying physiological demands.
The ANS comprises two main divisions: the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. The sympathetic nervous system enhances...

Health Information Technology and Healthcare Information System

Health Information Technology and Healthcare Information System

Health Information Technology (HIT)
Health Information Technology, commonly called HIT, integrates advanced information systems and technology in healthcare settings. Its primary functions include:

Cardiovascular Drugs: Classification based on Therapeutic Indications

Cardiovascular Drugs: Classification based on Therapeutic Indications

Cardiovascular diseases, encompassing a range of conditions, can significantly affect the heart's operations and the overall circulatory system. These conditions impair the heart's ability to pump blood, leading to a deficit in oxygen supply to crucial organs. Anomalies in the heart's electrical system, known as arrhythmias, can cause heartbeats to accelerate or slow down. Usually, heart rates increase during physical activity and decrease while resting or sleeping. However, frequent irregular...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Pridopidine in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: The HEALEY ALS Platform Trial.

JAMA·2025

Same author

Efficacy and Safety of Zilucoplan in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

JAMA network open·2025

Same author

High-Flow Nasal Oxygen vs Noninvasive Ventilation in Patients With Acute Respiratory Failure: The RENOVATE Randomized Clinical Trial.

JAMA·2024

Same author

Optimal sample size division in two-stage seamless designs.

Pharmaceutical statistics·2024

Same author

Platform adaptive trial of novel antivirals for early treatment of COVID-19 In the community (PANORAMIC): protocol for a randomised, controlled, open-label, adaptive platform trial of community novel antiviral treatment of COVID-19 in people at increased risk of more severe disease.

BMJ open·2023

Same author

Molnupiravir plus usual care versus usual care alone as early treatment for adults with COVID-19 at increased risk of adverse outcomes (PANORAMIC): an open-label, platform-adaptive randomised controlled trial.

Lancet (London, England)·2022

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 24, 2026

Hydra, a Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Cardiovascular Analysis and Diagnosis

Hydra, a Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Cardiovascular Analysis and Diagnosis

Published on: September 26, 2018

Cardiovascular information systems.

¹Healthcare Integration Strategies LLC, Waukesha, Wis., USA.

Healthcare Informatics : the Business Magazine for Information and Communication Systems

|February 23, 2012

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Electronic medical records (EMRs) are transforming healthcare, but cardiologists emphasize the continued clinical importance of cardiovascular information systems (CVIS) for specialized workflows. This analysis explores the evolving roles of CVIS and EMRs in modern medicine.

More Related Videos

Real-Time Cardiac Mapping with a Noninvasive Imageless Electrocardiographic Imaging System

Real-Time Cardiac Mapping with a Noninvasive Imageless Electrocardiographic Imaging System

Published on: April 11, 2025

In Silico Clinical Trials for Cardiovascular Disease

In Silico Clinical Trials for Cardiovascular Disease

Published on: May 27, 2022

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 24, 2026

Hydra, a Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Cardiovascular Analysis and Diagnosis

Hydra, a Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Cardiovascular Analysis and Diagnosis

Published on: September 26, 2018

Real-Time Cardiac Mapping with a Noninvasive Imageless Electrocardiographic Imaging System

Real-Time Cardiac Mapping with a Noninvasive Imageless Electrocardiographic Imaging System

Published on: April 11, 2025

In Silico Clinical Trials for Cardiovascular Disease

In Silico Clinical Trials for Cardiovascular Disease

Published on: May 27, 2022

Area of Science:

Health Informatics
Cardiology
Healthcare Technology

Background:

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act have accelerated the adoption of electronic medical records (EMRs).
Widespread belief suggests that comprehensive EMR systems may render specialized departmental systems obsolete.
Cardiologists, however, highlight the unique and essential clinical nature of cardiovascular information systems (CVIS) within their specific workflow.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine the evolution of Cardiovascular Information Systems (CVIS) and Electronic Medical Records (EMRs).
To analyze the distinct roles and necessity of CVIS in contrast to EMRs within the cardiovascular specialty.
To understand how these systems are adapting to the 'meaningful use' initiatives transforming healthcare.

Main Methods:

Literature review on the development and integration of CVIS and EMRs.
Analysis of clinical requirements and workflow specific to cardiology.
Examination of the impact of healthcare policy (ARRA/HITECH) on system adoption and redundancy.

Main Results:

CVIS possess deep clinical functionalities crucial for cardiovascular patient management.
Cardiology workflows demonstrate a continued reliance on specialized CVIS features not fully replicated by general EMRs.
The integration and coexistence of CVIS and EMRs are key to optimizing cardiovascular care under meaningful use.

Conclusions:

Cardiovascular Information Systems (CVIS) remain indispensable for specialized cardiovascular care despite the rise of Electronic Medical Records (EMRs).
The unique clinical demands of cardiology necessitate dedicated systems that complement, rather than are replaced by, EMRs.
Optimizing patient outcomes requires a nuanced understanding of how CVIS and EMRs interact within the evolving healthcare landscape.