Infographics
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":…
Anticoagulation for Atrial Fibrillation/Flutter This infographic outlines a step-by-step guide for considering anticoagulation in patients with atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter. Key steps include confirming the diagnosis, calculating the CHA₂DS₂-VASc and HAS-BLED scores, and involving patients in shared decision-making. Warfarin and various DOACs are listed with indications for dosage and…
Family History of Premature ASCVD: FAQs in CVD Prevention Clinic A family history of premature ASCVD (atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease) includes events such as heart attack, stroke, or other cardiovascular incidents in first-degree relatives under age 55 for men or under 65 for women. This history is a risk-enhancing factor, especially…