In left ventricular systolic dysfunction (LVSD), the left ventricle is weakened and must work harder to maintain adequate blood flow to the body. “An abnormal ECG raises concern about underlying cardiac abnormalities but is not specific for heart failure,” Adedinsewo said. Emergency department physicians also rely on blood levels of natriuretic peptides. Our results suggest that high-risk cardiac patients can be identified quicker in the emergency department and provides an opportunity to link them early to appropriate cardiovascular care,” Adedinsewo said. The current study is limited by being a retrospective analysis of previous emergency department visits.

Source: Hindustan Times August 05, 2020 10:18 UTC