This article discusses the physiology of the heart, the causes and pathophysiology of heart failure, and treatment and management options. 1  This article has been double-blind peer reviewed. 2  Figures and tables can be seen in the attached print-friendly PDF file of the complete article.
(redirected from PVR) Also found in: Dictionary, Medical, Acronyms, Wikipedia. in medicine and physiology, a method of continuous graphic recording of variations in the volume of a human or animal organ as modified by the circulation of blood.
PVC stand for PolyVinyl Chloride. This type of pipe has a wide variety of plumbing uses from drainage pipe to water mains. It is most commonly used for irrigation piping, home, and building supply piping. PVC is also very common in pool and spa systems.