Myocardial hibernation

Understanding the meaning of myocardial hibernation includes: ①Myocardial hibernation is an adaptive response of the myocardium to hypoperfusion. ② The hibernating myocardium is alive. ③ The hibernating myocardium has a certain functional reserve. When small doses of positive inotropic drugs are used briefly, myocardial function can be temporarily improved. ④ When myocardial perfusion is restored, myocardial function can be restored.

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