Dynamic Cardiomyoplasties, pronounced as /daɪˈnæmɪk ˌkɑrdiəʊmaɪəˈplæstiz/, refers to a surgical procedure that involves wrapping the latissimus dorsi muscle, which is a large triangular muscle in the back, around the heart to help it pump blood. The word "dynamic" is spelled as [daɪˈnæmɪk], which represents the sound of "dai" as in the word "die" and "namic" as in the word "dynamic". The word "cardiomyoplasties" is spelled as [ˌkɑrdiəʊmaɪəˈplæstiz], which represents the sounds of "cardio" as in the word "cardiovascular", "myo" as in the word "myocard
Dynamic cardiomyoplasty is a surgical procedure that involves using a patient's own skeletal muscles to assist or replace the function of the heart muscles in order to improve cardiac function. This procedure is primarily performed in individuals with severe heart failure who have exhausted other treatment options.
During a dynamic cardiomyoplasty, a major skeletal muscle, typically the latissimus dorsi muscle from the back, is detached from its original location and wrapped around the heart. The muscle is then electrically stimulated to contract and relax synchronously with the natural heart muscles, enhancing the pumping action of the heart.
The stimulation of the skeletal muscle is controlled by a special device, called an implantable pulse generator, which sends electrical signals to the muscle. These electrical pulses help the muscle to contract and relax, enabling it to assist the heart in pumping blood more effectively.
Dynamic cardiomyoplasty aims to improve the overall cardiac function, enhance the patient's exercise capacity, and relieve symptoms associated with heart failure, such as shortness of breath and fatigue. However, this surgical procedure is considered complex and relatively rare, and is generally reserved for patients who are not eligible for heart transplantation or other conventional treatments.
Like any surgical procedure, dynamic cardiomyoplasty carries some risks, including infection, bleeding, and complications related to the anesthesia. Close monitoring and follow-up care are necessary to ensure the success and long-term benefits of this procedure.
The etymology of the term "Dynamic Cardiomyoplasty" can be broken down as follows:
- Dynamic: This word comes from the Greek word "dynamis", meaning power or force. In English, it refers to something characterized by constant change, activity, or progress.
- Cardio: This comes from the Greek word "kardia", which means heart. It is commonly used in medical terminology related to the heart or cardiovascular system.
- Myo: This comes from the Greek word "mys", meaning muscle. It is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to something related to muscles.
- Plasty: This word is derived from the Greek word "plastos", meaning molded or formed. In medical terminology, "-plasty" is a suffix used to indicate a surgical procedure involving reshaping or repair.