2 results
Mechanical Complications in Acute Myocardial Infarction
Acute LV/RV Dysfunction:
 • Regional wall motion, systolic and diastolic function,
Acute LV/RV Dysfunction ... and diastolic function ... Severe ischemic MR parameters ... duration (↑ LA pressure ... ratio of neck diameter
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
Preoperative Risk Evaluation ... Assess functional ... Skin exam for infection ... event, follow ACC algorithm ... Diabetes regimen