The mechanical load caused by blood on the left ventricular myocardium at the end of diastole, before contraction commences
In essence, the degree to which the myocardium is stretched before it contracts
Reflects the venous filling pressure
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What is the preload?
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#cardiology
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What is the preload?
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The mechanical load caused by blood on the left ventricular myocardium at the end of diastole, before contraction commences
In essence, the degree to which the myocardium is stretched before it contracts
Reflects the venous filling pressure
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