Ventricular remodeling
Ventricular Remodeling
Ventricular remodeling (pronunciation: ven-trik-yuh-lar ree-mohd-uh-ling) is a term used in the field of cardiology to describe changes in size, shape, structure, and function of the heart after cardiac injury, such as a myocardial infarction.
Etymology
The term "ventricular remodeling" is derived from the Latin ventriculus meaning "little belly" or "cavity", and the English term "remodeling" which refers to the process of making changes to something, in this case, the heart's structure.
Definition
Ventricular remodeling involves the alteration of the heart's ventricular chamber size, wall thickness, and function following damage to the heart muscle. This damage can be caused by conditions such as heart failure, myocardial infarction, or hypertension. The remodeling process can lead to changes in the shape and size of the heart, often resulting in an enlarged heart, a condition known as cardiomegaly.
Related Terms
- Cardiomegaly: An enlargement of the heart, often a result of ventricular remodeling.
- Myocardial Infarction: Commonly known as a heart attack, this is a medical emergency where blood flow decreases or stops to a part of the heart, causing damage to the heart muscle.
- Hypertension: Also known as high blood pressure, it can lead to severe complications and increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and death.
- Heart Failure: A chronic progressive condition that affects the pumping power of your heart muscles.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ventricular remodeling
- Wikipedia's article - Ventricular remodeling
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