Resistência vascular sistêmica
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- Renato Passos, Eng. de Software
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Last updated: Apr 18, 2026
About this calculator
The Systemic Vascular Resistance (SVR) calculator is a tool used to estimate the resistance offered by the circulatory system to blood flow. SVR is an important parameter in cardiovascular physiology, as it helps understand how the heart and blood vessels work together to maintain adequate blood pressure. The formula used is SVR = (MAP - CVP) * 80 / CO, where MAP is the mean arterial pressure, CVP is the central venous pressure, and CO is the cardiac output.
Systemic Vascular Resistance is calculated based on the difference between mean arterial pressure and central venous pressure, multiplied by a conversion factor (80) and divided by cardiac output. This provides a measure of the total resistance to blood flow in the circulatory system. SVR is expressed in units of peripheral resistance (PR) or Wood units.
SVR is an important parameter in various clinical situations, such as shock, heart failure, and hypertension. It helps healthcare professionals assess cardiovascular function and make informed treatment decisions. Additionally, SVR can be influenced by several factors, such as age, sex, and the presence of chronic diseases.
Care must be taken when interpreting SVR results, as they can be influenced by several factors, such as the accuracy of MAP, CVP, and CO measurements. Additionally, SVR is not a direct measure of vascular resistance, but rather an estimate based on hemodynamic parameters.
Frequently asked questions
What is Systemic Vascular Resistance?
Systemic Vascular Resistance is a measure of the resistance offered by the circulatory system to blood flow.
What are the units of SVR?
SVR is expressed in units of peripheral resistance (PR) or Wood units.
What factors can influence SVR?
SVR can be influenced by factors such as age, sex, and presence of chronic diseases.
Why is SVR important in clinical practice?
SVR is important for assessing cardiovascular function and making informed treatment decisions in situations such as shock, heart failure, and hypertension.
How is SVR calculated?
SVR is calculated based on the difference between mean arterial pressure and central venous pressure, multiplied by a conversion factor and divided by cardiac output.