Hemodynamic Assessment of Pulmonary Circulation

Hemodynamic Assessment of Pulmonary Circulation

The course on Hemodynamic Assessment of Pulmonary Circulation addresses theoretical and practical issues of hemodynamic assessment. There are 4 teaching blocks: technique, special situations, non-invasive assessment, and discussion of clinical cases, with the main focus on the technique of right heart catheterization. The classes cover everything from the conditions necessary for a proper examination to possible complications.

Pulmonary circulation is the anatomical link between the heart and the lung, and its understanding is fundamental for related medical specialties. Pathological involvement of pulmonary circulation is common, implying extreme importance in its hemodynamic study, which needs to be carried out in a detailed and careful manner for the understanding and treatment of the numerous associated diseases.

Through the autonomy of time and place of study, students will have access to excellent content, developed with the support of InCor of the Hospital das Clínicas da FMUSP.