Infographics
Diagnosis of Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC) Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC) is a genetic heart muscle disorder that primarily affects the right ventricle. The 2010 revised task force established diagnostic criteria, using six factors to classify cases as definite, borderline, or probable based on major and minor criteria. Diagnostic…
Takotsubo: Understanding Broken Heart Syndrome SummaryTakotsubo cardiomyopathy, or Broken Heart Syndrome, is a unique condition that mimics a heart attack but differs in etiology and treatment. Named after the Japanese octopus trap that resembles the left ventricle's shape in this condition, Takotsubo predominantly affects older women and is often triggered…
Click to enlarge Stable Ischemic Heart Disease 101: Brief Testing Highlights SummaryThis infographic series provides a quick overview of testing approaches for stable ischemic heart disease, highlighting the importance of choosing between anatomical and functional information based on the clinical question. Created by: Beth Gabriele
Cardiac Sarcoidosis: Clinical Manifestations, Diagnosis, and Treatment This infographic summarizes key aspects of cardiac sarcoidosis, including clinical presentations, diagnostic tools, and treatment approaches. Clinical Manifestations: Cardiac sarcoidosis may present with conduction blocks, ventricular and atrial arrhythmias, non-ischemic cardiomyopathy, sudden cardiac death, and pulmonary hypertension. Diagnosis: Primary diagnostic tools include: CMR…
ABCDEF’s of CVD Prevention This infographic provides an easy-to-remember mnemonic for cardiovascular disease prevention, covering the major elements: A (Assess the Risk & AC): Use tools like the pooled cohort equation to assess the 10-year risk and consider additional factors like CAC score, aspirin, and anticoagulation when appropriate. B (BMI…
The Heart Failure Exam SummaryThis infographic provides a visual guide for evaluating heart failure using the "A, B, C, L" classification, with focus on congestion and perfusion status. The classification helps identify patients' profiles as warm and dry (A), warm and wet (B), cold and wet (C), and cold and…
Pregnancy in Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) This infographic provides a comprehensive overview of considerations for managing pregnancy in women with adult congenital heart disease (ACHD). It outlines each stage of pregnancy from preconception to postpartum, focusing on risk assessment, monitoring, and collaborative care with cardio-obstetrics. Key advice includes preconception…
Title: Dominant R Wave in V1 Mnemonic: HCM This infographic presents a mnemonic (HCM) for recalling causes of a dominant R wave in lead V1, categorized under Human Error, Conduction, and Muscle-related issues. Produced by: Dr. Patrick ZakkaReviewed by: Dr. Eunice Dugan, Dr. Richard Ferraro
Approach to Diuretic Resistance This infographic outlines the mechanisms and management strategies for addressing diuretic resistance in patients, including approaches based on pharmacology, extra-renal, and intra-renal factors. Key management recommendations are included for sequential blockade, acetazolamide, high-dose mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists, hypertonic saline, and SGLT-2 inhibitors Produced by: Dr. Gurleen KaurEdited…
Causes of Hypertriglyceridemia This infographic provides an overview of hypertriglyceridemia, the most common dyslipidemia affecting about 30% of the population. Hypertriglyceridemia often begins at levels of ≥150 mg/dl, though even high-normal values (100-140 mg/dl) may carry increased cardiovascular risk. Key causes are summarized with the mnemonic "High Lipids Cause Morbidity":…