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Calculating Relative Lung Perfusion Using Fluoroscopic Sequences and Image Analysis: The Fluoroscopic Flow Calculator

Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions

Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions, Ahead of Print. BACKGROUND:Maldistribution of pulmonary blood flow in patients with congenital heart disease impacts exertional performance and pulmonary artery growth. Currently, measurement of relative pulmonary perfusion can only be performed outside the catheterization laboratory.

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The First 60 Minutes of a Heart Attack: The Golden Hour

Wellnest

This indicates that restoring normal blood circulation as quickly as possible will result in less damage. Allow the chest to rise between each compression to ensure proper circulation fully. Exercise offers numerous advantages, including strengthening the heart and improving circulation. Perform rescue breaths twice.