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Cardiovascular Physiologic Processes

Definition: Biological actions and events that support the functions of the CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM.
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Cardiovascular Physiologic Processes Categories.
Atrial Function - The hemodynamic and electrophysiological action of the HEART ATRIA.
Blood Circulation - The movement of the BLOOD as it is pumped through the CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM.
Hemodynamic Processes - Biological actions and events that support the functions involved in systemic or regional BLOOD CIRCULATION.
Myocardial Contraction - Contractile activity of the MYOCARDIUM.
Ventricular Function - The hemodynamic and electrophysiological action of the HEART VENTRICLES.

Cardiovascular Physiologic Processes Definitions and Terms

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