Preload and afterload
Topic: Anatomy & physiology
Preload is the stretch of ventricular muscle fibers at the end of diastole, set mainly by venous return. Afterload is the resistance the ventricle must overcome to eject blood, influenced by systemic vascular resistance and blood pressure. In heart failure, diuretics reduce preload and vasodilators reduce afterload, easing the work of the heart.
- Also known as:
- Preload, Afterload
- In Turkish:
- Ön yük ve ard yük
What does Preload and afterload mean?
Preload and afterload is part of the Anatomy & physiology topic in nursing. Students meet it in class, on clinical placements and while preparing for exams.
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