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Cardiac supplies
Cardiac supplies are tools used for medical procedures relating to the heart.
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Cardiac supplies
pulmonary valve
Medical devices; Cardiac supplies
The heart valve between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery.
pulmonary veins
Medical devices; Cardiac supplies
The four veins that drain oxygenated blood from the lungs and deliver it to the left atrium.
pulse
Medical devices; Cardiac supplies
A pressure wave transmitted to arteries by contraction of the left ventricle. Felt at the radial artery in the wrist. Can be counted to determine the number of heartbeats per minute (rate). The pulse ...
pulse generator
Medical devices; Cardiac supplies
The part of the pacemaker or defibrillator system that contains the electronics and the battery. It is implanted in the abdominal or pectoral area..
quality of life
Medical devices; Cardiac supplies
The level of function, comfort, enjoyment, a person is able to achieve during daily activities. A high quality of life means one is able to perform all or most expected or desired activities in their ...
rapid exchange (RX)
Medical devices; Cardiac supplies
A feature available on catheters that allows for easy exchange of the catheter without the removal of the original guide wire.
rate-responsive pacing
Medical devices; Cardiac supplies
Pacing in which the heart rate is altered in response to changes in activity levels of the body to meet the demand for increased blood circulation.
