DR. MICHAEL N. DROSSNER, M.D.

TOWSON, MD

Research Active
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology NPI registered 21+ years 1 publication 1990 – 1990 NPI: 1942203393
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
PerfusionDogsRheologyBlood PressureCoronary CirculationBlood ViscosityCrystalloid SolutionsDiastoleHemodilutionIsotonic SolutionsPlasma Substitutes

Practice Location

7501 OSLER DR
TOWSON, MD 21204-7733

Phone: (410) 583-1170

What does MICHAEL DROSSNER research?

Dr. Drossner studies the influence of various fluids used in medical procedures on blood circulation, specifically within the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart. His research examines how these fluids can affect the flow and pressure of blood, which is crucial for doctors looking to optimize heart treatments. By analyzing how changes in fluid types impact heart functionality, Dr. Drossner's work is aimed at enhancing our understanding of heart health and improving the quality of medical interventions.

Key findings

  • Using different types of fluids, such as crystalloids, reduced the zero-flow pressure to match the resting pressure of the heart, indicating a direct impact on coronary artery performance.
  • The study demonstrated that the rheology (flow characteristics) of the perfusate (the fluid used in medical procedures) significantly influenced the coronary pressure-flow relationship, potentially affecting treatment strategies.
  • Different perfusate fluids result in varying degrees of blood flow and pressure, which could lead to more tailored approaches for heart surgeries and treatments in the future.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Drossner study heart conditions?
Yes, Dr. Drossner's research is focused on coronary arteries and how fluids used in treatments affect heart function.
What treatments has Dr. Drossner researched?
He has researched the effects of various fluids used during medical procedures on coronary pressure and blood flow.
Is Dr. Drossner's work relevant to patients with heart disease?
Absolutely, his findings can help improve the techniques and treatments used for patients with heart conditions.

Publications in plain English

Effect of perfusate rheology on the diastolic coronary pressure-flow relationship.

1990

The American journal of physiology

Drossner M, Aversano T

Plain English
This study looked at how the properties of fluids used to supply blood affect the relationship between pressure and flow in the coronary arteries of dogs. Researchers found that using different types of fluids changed how easily blood flowed through the arteries, but it didn’t eliminate a specific pattern in pressure flow that was observed. Specifically, when a different type of fluid (crystalloid) was used, the zero-flow pressure was reduced to match the resting pressure of the heart. Who this helps: This research can benefit doctors and medical professionals working on heart treatments.

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