Related Experiment Video
Updated: Sep 7, 2025
06:51
Author Spotlight: Development of a Minimally Invasive Large-Animal Model for Reliable and Reproducible Cardiovascular Research
Published on: October 20, 2023
1.2K
Substantially enlarged cardiac silhouette
Hampton A Crimm1, Timothy Welch1
1Cardiology Service, Department of Medicine, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD.
The Journal of Family Practice
|June 22, 2022
Summary
This case study presents a remarkable presentation of a common global diagnosis. It offers insights into understanding and managing this widespread condition.
Area of Science:
- Medicine
- Pathology
Background:
- A significant global health concern affects numerous individuals worldwide.
- Understanding the diverse manifestations of this diagnosis is crucial for effective patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present an unusual and noteworthy case of a prevalent diagnosis.
- To contribute to the broader understanding of this condition's clinical spectrum.
Main Methods:
- Case report detailing clinical presentation.
- Review of relevant medical literature.
Main Results:
- The case exhibited a striking and uncommon manifestation of the diagnosed condition.
- This presentation underscores the variability in disease expression.
Conclusions:
- This case expands the known spectrum of this common diagnosis.
- Further research into diverse presentations is warranted to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment strategies.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
01:29Cardiomyopathy III: Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
45
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, or HCM, is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder characterized by asymmetric left ventricular hypertrophy without ventricular dilation. It is more common in men and is typically diagnosed in young, athletic adults.EtiologyHCM is primarily genetic and is caused by mutations in genes encoding sarcomeric proteins. Researchers have identified over 1400 mutations across at least 11 different genes. Among these, the most frequently occurring mutations are found in the...
45
01:30Cardiomyopathy II: Dilated Cardiomyopathy
21
Dilated cardiomyopathy, or DCM, is a progressive myocardial disorder characterized by ventricular chamber dilation and contractile dysfunction.EtiologyVarious factors can cause DCM, including hypertension and heavy alcohol intake, which contribute to the weakening and enlargement of the heart muscle. Viral infections, such as Coxsackievirus B, adenoviruses, and influenza, can lead to DCM by causing inflammation and damage to heart tissue. Certain chemotherapeutic agents, including daunorubicin,...
21
01:29Heart Failure II: Pathophysiology
31
Systolic Heart Failure and Compensatory MechanismsSystolic heart failure (also termed HFrEF, Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction) is the most prevalent type of heart filure. It results in a decreased volume of blood being pumped from the ventricle. The aortic arch and carotid sinuses have baroreceptors that detect reduced blood pressure, triggering the sympathetic nervous system (SNS) to release epinephrine and norepinephrine. Initially, this response aims to boost heart rate and...
31
01:20Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System III: X-Ray
297
The most common cardiovascular diagnostic test is an X-ray. It produces images of the heart, blood vessels, and adjacent structures.
Definition and Purpose
An X-ray, or radiograph, is a non-invasive method that uses ionizing radiation to take images of internal structures. It is mainly used in cardiac imaging to examine the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels, aiming to identify abnormalities in the heart's size, shape, and position, such as heart failure, congenital defects, and vascular...
Definition and Purpose
An X-ray, or radiograph, is a non-invasive method that uses ionizing radiation to take images of internal structures. It is mainly used in cardiac imaging to examine the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels, aiming to identify abnormalities in the heart's size, shape, and position, such as heart failure, congenital defects, and vascular...
297
01:23Mitral Stenosis II: Clinical features and Diagnostic Tests
34
Mitral stenosis is a heart condition in which the mitral valve, which allows blood to flow from the left atrium to the left ventricle, becomes narrowed or stenotic. This narrowing hinders blood flow and leads to clinical symptoms requiring specific medical evaluations and management strategies. The following overview outlines the clinical symptoms, assessments, diagnostic findings, prevention methods, and treatments for mitral stenosis.Clinical ManifestationsDyspnea (shortness of breath): This...
34
01:29Cardiomyopathy IV: Restrictive Cardiomyopathy
23
Restrictive cardiomyopathy (RCM) is a rare heart muscle disease characterized by impaired ventricular filling due to stiffened ventricular walls, leading to significant diastolic dysfunction.EtiologyRestrictive cardiomyopathy can arise from both inherited and acquired diseases, many of which are systemic. It is categorized into four main types: infiltrative, storage, non-infiltrative, and endomyocardial diseases.Infiltrative diseases, such as amyloidosis, lead to RCM by depositing amyloid...
23