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myocardial stunning |
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stunning /stun·ning/ (stun´ing) loss of function, analogous to unconsciousness. myocardial stunning temporarily impaired myocardial function, resulting from a brief episode of ischemia and persisting for some period afterward. myocardial stunning Stunning Cardiology Prolonged nonpermanent postischemic systolic and/or diastolic ventricular dysfunction without myocardial necrosis; MS may follow successful thrombolytic therapy in evolving MI, PCTA, during exercise,
and after relief of ischemia caused by vasospasm. Cf Myocardial hibernation. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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