Infographics
Coronary Microvascular Disease Coronary Microvascular Disease (CMD) is an underrecognized cause of chest pain and ischemia, often seen in women—particularly postmenopausal women—with non-obstructive coronary arteries on angiography. CMD arises from structural remodeling or functional endothelial dysfunction in the coronary microvasculature, leading to reduced coronary flow reserve (CFR) and increased resistance.…
A Guide to Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support in Cardiogenic Shock A Guide to Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support in Cardiogenic Shock This infographic simplifies decision-making in cardiogenic shock (CS) by outlining temporary mechanical circulatory support (TMCS) options tailored to specific hemodynamic profiles: LV-dominant, Bi-ventricular, and RV-dominant CS. Credits: Dr. Apoorva Gangavelli,…
CardioNerds Journal Club is a monthly forum for CardioNerds to discuss and breakdown recent publications on twitter and are produced with a corresponding infographic and detailed blog post. For more information, check out the CardioNerds Journal Club Page. This Journal Club focuses on the SEQUOIA-HCM Trial. Table of contents for…
WPW and HCM: Diagnostic Criteria, Mechanisms, and Overlap This CardioNerds infographic delves into the diagnostic criteria, mechanisms, and treatment of Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) pattern and syndrome, along with its potential overlap with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). Key points include risk stratification strategies, treatment options such as catheter ablation, and the genetic link…
STEMI after EVALI Diagnosis: Cardiovascular Risks and Young ACS Management Summary: This CardioNerds infographic discusses the cardiovascular risks associated with e-cigarette use and EVALI (e-cigarette or vaping product use-associated lung injury). It covers the potential role of nuclear stress testing and coronary CTA in assessing coronary artery disease (CAD) and…
Hypertension and Pregnancy: Understanding Risks and Management Summary: This infographic from CardioNerds explores hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, including chronic hypertension, gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, and chronic hypertension with superimposed preeclampsia. It highlights the pathophysiology of preeclampsia, patient risk factors, management approaches, and long-term cardiovascular risks associated with hypertensive disorders in pregnancy.
Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy: Classification and Key Features Summary: This infographic provides an overview of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, including chronic hypertension, gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, and chronic hypertension with superimposed preeclampsia. It covers diagnostic criteria based on blood pressure measurements, proteinuria, and signs of organ involvement. Key distinctions, such as…
SCAD and Shock: Understanding Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection Summary: This infographic delves into Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), a critical cause of acute coronary events, predominantly affecting women and often linked to pregnancy or postpartum periods. It explores the proposed mechanisms, angiographic appearances, acute management strategies, and long-term care, emphasizing…
Medical Management of Acute RV Failure: Preventing the RV Spiral Summary: This infographic outlines the comprehensive management approach to acute right ventricular (RV) failure. It emphasizes the need for quick assessment and treatment of the underlying etiology (e.g., myocardial infarction or pulmonary embolism) and highlights supportive measures targeting RV function,…
RV Infarct: Understanding Acute Right Ventricular Failure Summary: This infographic explores the pathophysiology and clinical management of acute right ventricular (RV) failure, focusing on the unique factors that contribute to RV ischemia, blood flow dynamics, and assessment techniques. It also highlights how acute RV failure can lead to cardiogenic shock…