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Table 4 Estimation of RA pressure based on Inferior Vena Cava diameter and collapse

From: WEB downloadable software for training in cardiovascular hemodynamics in the (3-D) stress echo lab

Inferior vena cava diameter (cm)

Respiratory collapse (%)

RAP (mmHg)

< 2.1

≥ 50%

3 (0-5)

> 2.1

< 50%

15

> 2.1

≥ 50%

8 (5-10)

< 2.1

< 50%

8 (5-10)

  1. RAP = Right atrium pressure