The Arterial System and Blood Pressure
Offered By: Strong Medicine via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the intricacies of the arterial system and blood pressure in this 25-minute educational video. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the physical factors influencing blood pressure, including the Windkessel effect, arterial compliance, and age-related changes. Delve into the concept of respiratory pulse pressure variation and its significance. Follow along with a structured presentation covering mean arterial pressure, determinants of systolic and diastolic blood pressure, pulse pressure, and concluding with a concise summary. Enhance your knowledge of cardiology and physiology with this in-depth exploration, ideal for medical students and healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of cardiovascular dynamics.
Syllabus
Introduction.
Mean arterial pressure.
The Windkessel effect.
Determinants of SBP, DBP, and pulse pressure.
Pulse pressure variation.
Summary.
Taught by
Strong Medicine
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