Ventricular remodeling: Difference between revisions

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Overview[edit]

Illustration of a myocardiocyte, a key cell type involved in ventricular remodeling.

Ventricular remodeling refers to the changes in size, shape, structure, and function of the heart's ventricles following cardiac injury, such as a myocardial infarction. This process can lead to heart failure if the remodeling is maladaptive. Ventricular remodeling involves complex interactions between cardiomyocytes, the extracellular matrix, and various signaling pathways.

Pathophysiology[edit]

Ventricular remodeling is initiated by the death of cardiomyocytes due to ischemic injury. The loss of viable myocardium triggers a cascade of events, including inflammation, fibrosis, and hypertrophy of the remaining myocytes. These changes are mediated by neurohormonal activation, including the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system and the sympathetic nervous system.

Cellular Changes[edit]

Myocardiocytes undergo hypertrophy during ventricular remodeling.

The primary cellular change in ventricular remodeling is the hypertrophy of myocardiocytes. This hypertrophy is an adaptive response to increased wall stress and is characterized by an increase in cell size and protein synthesis. However, prolonged hypertrophy can lead to cell death and further deterioration of cardiac function.

Extracellular Matrix[edit]

The extracellular matrix (ECM) undergoes significant remodeling during this process. There is an initial degradation of the ECM, followed by excessive deposition of collagen and other matrix proteins, leading to fibrosis. This fibrosis increases the stiffness of the ventricular wall and impairs diastolic function.

Clinical Implications[edit]

Ventricular remodeling is a critical determinant of the clinical outcome following a myocardial infarction. Patients with significant remodeling are at higher risk of developing heart failure and have a worse prognosis. Therapeutic strategies aimed at preventing or reversing remodeling include the use of ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, and aldosterone antagonists.

Related Pages[edit]

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-{{Short description|Changes in the size, shape, structure, and function of the heart after injury to the ventricles}}
+{{DISPLAYTITLE:Ventricular Remodeling}}
-{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-==Ventricular remodeling==
+== Overview ==
-[[File:Myocardiocyte.png|thumb|right|A diagram of a myocardiocyte, the primary cell type involved in ventricular remodeling.]]
+[[File:Myocardiocyte.png|thumb|right|Illustration of a myocardiocyte, a key cell type involved in ventricular remodeling.]]
-'''Ventricular remodeling''' refers to the changes in size, shape, structure, and function of the heart's ventricles following cardiac injury, such as a [[myocardial infarction]] (heart attack). This process can lead to heart failure if the remodeling is maladaptive.
+'''Ventricular remodeling''' refers to the changes in size, shape, structure, and function of the heart's ventricles following cardiac injury, such as a [[myocardial infarction]]. This process can lead to [[heart failure]] if the remodeling is maladaptive. Ventricular remodeling involves complex interactions between [[cardiomyocytes]], the [[extracellular matrix]], and various signaling pathways.
-==Pathophysiology==
+== Pathophysiology ==
-Ventricular remodeling involves complex interactions between [[cardiomyocytes]], the [[extracellular matrix]], and various signaling pathways. After a myocardial infarction, the loss of cardiomyocytes triggers an inflammatory response, leading to scar formation and changes in the extracellular matrix. This can result in dilation and thinning of the ventricular walls, altering the heart's geometry and impairing its function.
+Ventricular remodeling is initiated by the death of [[cardiomyocytes]] due to ischemic injury. The loss of viable myocardium triggers a cascade of events, including inflammation, fibrosis, and hypertrophy of the remaining myocytes. These changes are mediated by neurohormonal activation, including the [[renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system]] and the [[sympathetic nervous system]].
-===Cellular and molecular mechanisms===
+=== Cellular Changes ===
-The remodeling process is driven by several molecular mechanisms, including the activation of [[neurohormonal]] systems such as the [[renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system]] (RAAS) and the [[sympathetic nervous system]]. These systems promote fibrosis, hypertrophy, and apoptosis of cardiomyocytes, contributing to the structural changes in the heart.
+[[File:Myocardiocyte.png|thumb|left|Myocardiocytes undergo hypertrophy during ventricular remodeling.]]
+The primary cellular change in ventricular remodeling is the hypertrophy of [[myocardiocytes]]. This hypertrophy is an adaptive response to increased wall stress and is characterized by an increase in cell size and protein synthesis. However, prolonged hypertrophy can lead to cell death and further deterioration of cardiac function.
-==Clinical implications==
+=== Extracellular Matrix ===
-Ventricular remodeling can lead to [[heart failure]] with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) due to the heart's decreased ability to pump blood effectively. It is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Early intervention with medications such as [[ACE inhibitors]], [[beta-blockers]], and [[aldosterone antagonists]] can help mitigate the remodeling process and improve outcomes.
+The [[extracellular matrix]] (ECM) undergoes significant remodeling during this process. There is an initial degradation of the ECM, followed by excessive deposition of [[collagen]] and other matrix proteins, leading to fibrosis. This fibrosis increases the stiffness of the ventricular wall and impairs diastolic function.
-==Diagnosis==
+== Clinical Implications ==
-Ventricular remodeling is typically assessed using imaging techniques such as [[echocardiography]], [[magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI), or [[computed tomography]] (CT) scans. These modalities allow for the evaluation of changes in ventricular size, wall thickness, and function.
+Ventricular remodeling is a critical determinant of the clinical outcome following a myocardial infarction. Patients with significant remodeling are at higher risk of developing [[heart failure]] and have a worse prognosis. Therapeutic strategies aimed at preventing or reversing remodeling include the use of [[ACE inhibitors]], [[beta-blockers]], and [[aldosterone antagonists]].
-==Treatment==
+== Related Pages ==
-The management of ventricular remodeling focuses on addressing the underlying causes and preventing further cardiac damage. Pharmacological treatments, lifestyle modifications, and in some cases, surgical interventions such as [[coronary artery bypass grafting]] (CABG) or [[ventricular assist devices]] (VADs) may be employed.
+* [[Myocardial Infarction]]
+* [[Heart Failure]]
-==Related pages==
+* [[Cardiomyocyte]]
-* [[Heart failure]]
+* [[Extracellular Matrix]]
-* [[Myocardial infarction]]
-* [[Cardiomyopathy]]
-==References==
-{{Reflist}}
 [[Category:Cardiology]]
-[[Category:Heart diseases]]