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World J Cardiol. Jun 26, 2024; 16(6): 310-313
Published online Jun 26, 2024. doi: 10.4330/wjc.v16.i6.310
Ultrasound based estimate of central venous pressure: Are we any closer?
Atit A Gawalkar, Akash Batta
Atit A Gawalkar, Department of Cardiology, Fortis Hospital, Himachal Pradesh, Kangra 176001, India
Akash Batta, Department of Cardiology, Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Punjab, Ludhiana 141001, India
Author contributions: Batta A contributed to the conception and design, approved the manuscript, and took overall responsibility; Batta A and Gawalkar AA wrote and critically revised the manuscript. All authors have read and approved of the final version of the manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Akash Batta, MD, Assistant Professor, Senior Scientist, Department of Cardiology, Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Tagore Nagar, Civil Lines, Punjab, Ludhiana 141001, India. akashbatta02@gmail.com
Received: February 11, 2024
Revised: May 1, 2024
Accepted: May 22, 2024
Published online: June 26, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Central venous pressure (CVP) serves as a direct approximation of right atrial pressure and is influenced by factors like total blood volume, venous compliance, cardiac output, and orthostasis. Normal CVP falls within 8-12 mmHg but varies with volume status and venous compliance. Monitoring and managing disturbances in CVP are vital in patients with circulatory shock or fluid disturbances. Despite significant advancements in non-invasive CVP measurement, a reliable tool is yet to be found. Present methods can offer reasonable guidance in assessing CVP, provided their limitations are acknowledged.