Cardio-vascular Energy Transfer and Ventriculo-arterial Coupling in Heart Failure

Cardio-vascular Energy Transfer and Ventriculo-arterial Coupling in Heart Failure

The goal of this pilot study is to investigate energy transfer fram the ventricle to the arteries in patients with heart failure, primary by investigating the total power.

Inclusion Criteria:

Acute left ventricular failure due to:

• Myocardial ischemia
• Cardiomyopathy
• Myocarditis Sinus rhythm Age >18 years

Exclusion Criteria:

Cardiogenic shock Mechanical circulatory support Respiratory treatment Inotropic infusions Tachyarrhythmias Lack of capacity to consent