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Determinants of Stroke Volume.

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  I.  Ventricular Preload

Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans Summary

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Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans Summary    

Diagnosis of Severe Acute Pancreatitis.

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    Severe acute pancreatitis is characterized by persistent organ failure  ( > 48 h). Organ failure can be single or multiple. A CT scan or magnetic  resonance imaging (MRI) should be obtained to assess for necrosis  and/or complications. If a local complication is encountered, management is dictated by clinical symptoms, evidence of infection, maturity   of fluid collection, and clinical stability of the patient. Prophylactic  antibiotics are not recommended.

Terminology of acute coronary syndrome.

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    Acute coronary syndrome  ( ACS ) is a syndrome (set of signs and symptoms) due to decreased blood flow in the coronary arteries such that part of the heart muscle is unable to function properly or dies.