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Detailed human central nervous system anatomy diagram for physiology education, showing the brain with labeled regions (cerebrum, cerebellum, brainstem, frontal lobe, parietal lobe, temporal lobe, occipital lobe), spinal cord with cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and sacral segments clearly labeled, cranial nerves, spinal nerves branching out, cross-section of spinal cord showing grey and white matter, clean medical illustration style with color coding, white background, professional textbook quality
Here is a detailed diagram of the Central Nervous System (CNS) for Human Physiology. The image illustrates:
- Brain regions - Cerebrum (with frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital lobes), cerebellum, and brainstem (midbrain, pons, medulla oblongata)
- Spinal cord - Divided into cervical (C1-C8), thoracic (T1-T12), lumbar (L1-L5), and sacral (S1-S5) segments
- Spinal nerves - Branching laterally from the spinal cord at each vertebral level
- Spinal cord cross-section - Showing the butterfly-shaped grey matter (cell bodies) surrounded by white matter (myelinated tracts)
- Cranial nerve origins from the brainstem
The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord, serving as the primary control center for receiving, processing, and transmitting information throughout the body.
Create a detailed PDF of CNS functions and neurotransmitters and it's Physiology.
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Detailed labeled diagram of the human central nervous system showing brain lobes (frontal, parietal, temporal, occipital), cerebellum, brainstem, spinal cord with cervical thoracic lumbar sacral regions, spinal nerve roots, and a cross-section of spinal cord showing gray and white matter, clean medical illustration with color coding and annotations, professional physiology textbook style
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#!/usr/bin/env python3
"""
Build a detailed PDF: CNS Functions, Neurotransmitters & Physiology
Sources: Costanzo Physiology 7e, Ganong's Review of Medical Physiology 26e, Stahl's Essential Psychopharmacology
"""
from reportlab.lib.pagesizes import A4
from reportlab.lib import colors
from reportlab.lib.styles import getSampleStyleSheet, ParagraphStyle
from reportlab.lib.units import cm, mm
from reportlab.platypus import (
SimpleDocTemplate, Paragraph, Spacer, Table, TableStyle,
HRFlowable, KeepTogether, Image as RLImage, PageBreak
)
from reportlab.lib.enums import TA_CENTER, TA_LEFT, TA_JUSTIFY
from reportlab.platypus.flowables import Flowable
from reportlab.pdfgen import canvas
from reportlab.lib.colors import HexColor
import urllib.request
import os
# ── Color palette ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
DARK_BLUE = HexColor('#0d2b4e')
MID_BLUE = HexColor('#1a5276')
ACCENT_BLUE = HexColor('#2e86c1')
LIGHT_BLUE = HexColor('#d6eaf8')
TEAL = HexColor('#117a65')
LIGHT_TEAL = HexColor('#d1f2eb')
ORANGE = HexColor('#ca6f1e')
LIGHT_ORANGE= HexColor('#fdebd0')
PURPLE = HexColor('#6c3483')
LIGHT_PURPLE= HexColor('#e8daef')
RED = HexColor('#922b21')
LIGHT_RED = HexColor('#fadbd8')
GRAY = HexColor('#566573')
LIGHT_GRAY = HexColor('#f2f3f4')
WHITE = colors.white
BLACK = colors.black
IMG_URL = "https://cdn.orris.care/image-gen/d4113534f8e8437aaa1e75acad0deb13.png"
IMG_PATH = "/home/daytona/workspace/cns-pdf/cns_diagram.png"
def download_image():
if not os.path.exists(IMG_PATH):
urllib.request.urlretrieve(IMG_URL, IMG_PATH)
return IMG_PATH
# ── Page numbering canvas ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────
def add_page_number(canvas_obj, doc):
canvas_obj.saveState()
# Header bar
canvas_obj.setFillColor(DARK_BLUE)
canvas_obj.rect(0, A4[1] - 1.1*cm, A4[0], 1.1*cm, fill=1, stroke=0)
canvas_obj.setFont("Helvetica-Bold", 9)
canvas_obj.setFillColor(WHITE)
canvas_obj.drawString(1.5*cm, A4[1] - 0.75*cm, "CNS Functions, Neurotransmitters & Physiology")
canvas_obj.drawRightString(A4[0] - 1.5*cm, A4[1] - 0.75*cm, "Human Physiology Reference")
# Footer
canvas_obj.setFillColor(DARK_BLUE)
canvas_obj.rect(0, 0, A4[0], 0.9*cm, fill=1, stroke=0)
canvas_obj.setFont("Helvetica", 8)
canvas_obj.setFillColor(WHITE)
canvas_obj.drawString(1.5*cm, 0.3*cm, "Sources: Costanzo Physiology 7e | Ganong's Review of Medical Physiology 26e | Stahl's Essential Psychopharmacology")
canvas_obj.drawRightString(A4[0]-1.5*cm, 0.3*cm, f"Page {doc.page}")
canvas_obj.restoreState()
# ── Styles ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
def make_styles():
base = getSampleStyleSheet()
s = {}
s['cover_title'] = ParagraphStyle('cover_title',
fontSize=32, fontName='Helvetica-Bold', textColor=WHITE,
alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=38, spaceAfter=10)
s['cover_sub'] = ParagraphStyle('cover_sub',
fontSize=16, fontName='Helvetica', textColor=LIGHT_BLUE,
alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=22, spaceAfter=8)
s['cover_tagline'] = ParagraphStyle('cover_tagline',
fontSize=11, fontName='Helvetica-Oblique', textColor=HexColor('#aed6f1'),
alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=16)
s['h1'] = ParagraphStyle('h1',
fontSize=18, fontName='Helvetica-Bold', textColor=WHITE,
spaceBefore=0, spaceAfter=4, leading=22)
s['h2'] = ParagraphStyle('h2',
fontSize=13, fontName='Helvetica-Bold', textColor=DARK_BLUE,
spaceBefore=14, spaceAfter=4, leading=17)
s['h3'] = ParagraphStyle('h3',
fontSize=11, fontName='Helvetica-Bold', textColor=MID_BLUE,
spaceBefore=10, spaceAfter=3, leading=14)
s['body'] = ParagraphStyle('body',
fontSize=10, fontName='Helvetica', textColor=BLACK,
spaceBefore=4, spaceAfter=4, leading=15, alignment=TA_JUSTIFY)
s['bullet'] = ParagraphStyle('bullet',
fontSize=10, fontName='Helvetica', textColor=BLACK,
spaceBefore=2, spaceAfter=2, leading=14,
leftIndent=14, bulletIndent=0)
s['caption'] = ParagraphStyle('caption',
fontSize=8, fontName='Helvetica-Oblique', textColor=GRAY,
alignment=TA_CENTER, spaceBefore=2, spaceAfter=8)
s['table_header'] = ParagraphStyle('table_header',
fontSize=9, fontName='Helvetica-Bold', textColor=WHITE,
alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=12)
s['table_cell'] = ParagraphStyle('table_cell',
fontSize=8.5, fontName='Helvetica', textColor=BLACK,
alignment=TA_LEFT, leading=12)
s['highlight_box'] = ParagraphStyle('highlight_box',
fontSize=10, fontName='Helvetica', textColor=DARK_BLUE,
spaceBefore=2, spaceAfter=2, leading=15, alignment=TA_JUSTIFY,
leftIndent=8, rightIndent=8)
s['section_intro'] = ParagraphStyle('section_intro',
fontSize=10.5, fontName='Helvetica-Oblique', textColor=GRAY,
spaceBefore=2, spaceAfter=6, leading=15, alignment=TA_JUSTIFY)
return s
# ── Section header banner ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────
class SectionBanner(Flowable):
def __init__(self, text, color, width=None):
super().__init__()
self.text = text
self.color = color
self.bwidth = width or (A4[0] - 3*cm)
self.height = 1.1*cm
def draw(self):
c = self.canv
c.setFillColor(self.color)
c.roundRect(0, 0, self.bwidth, self.height, 6, fill=1, stroke=0)
c.setFont("Helvetica-Bold", 13)
c.setFillColor(WHITE)
c.drawString(0.4*cm, 0.32*cm, self.text)
def wrap(self, aw, ah):
self.bwidth = aw
return aw, self.height
# ── Info box ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
def info_box(elements, text, bg_color, s, border_color=None):
bc = border_color or bg_color
t = Table([[Paragraph(text, s['highlight_box'])]], colWidths=['100%'])
t.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,-1), bg_color),
('BOX', (0,0), (-1,-1), 1.5, bc),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 8),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 8),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 10),
('RIGHTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 10),
('ROUNDEDCORNERS', [6,6,6,6]),
]))
elements.append(t)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 6))
# ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
# CONTENT BUILDERS
# ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
def build_cover(elements, s):
"""Full-page decorative cover."""
elements.append(Spacer(1, 3.2*cm))
# Main title block
title_data = [[Paragraph("CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM", s['cover_title'])]]
title_t = Table(title_data, colWidths=['100%'])
title_t.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,-1), DARK_BLUE),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 22),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 10),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 20),
('RIGHTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 20),
]))
elements.append(title_t)
sub_data = [[Paragraph("Functions · Neurotransmitters · Physiology", s['cover_sub'])]]
sub_t = Table(sub_data, colWidths=['100%'])
sub_t.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,-1), MID_BLUE),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 12),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 14),
]))
elements.append(sub_t)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.5*cm))
# CNS diagram
img_path = download_image()
if os.path.exists(img_path):
img = RLImage(img_path, width=13*cm, height=10*cm)
img_table = Table([[img]], colWidths=['100%'])
img_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('ALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'CENTER'),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
]))
elements.append(img_table)
elements.append(Paragraph("Figure 1. Central Nervous System — Brain Regions, Spinal Cord & Nerve Roots", s['caption']))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.6*cm))
tagline_data = [[Paragraph(
"A comprehensive human physiology reference covering CNS anatomy, regional functions,\n"
"neural physiology, synaptic transmission, and major neurotransmitter systems.",
s['cover_tagline'])]]
tag_t = Table(tagline_data, colWidths=['100%'])
tag_t.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,-1), LIGHT_BLUE),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 12),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 12),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 20),
('RIGHTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 20),
]))
elements.append(tag_t)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.5*cm))
sources_text = ("<b>Sources:</b> Costanzo Physiology 7th Ed. | "
"Ganong's Review of Medical Physiology 26th Ed. | "
"Stahl's Essential Psychopharmacology | "
"Eric Kandel Principles of Neural Science 6th Ed.")
info_box(elements, sources_text, LIGHT_GRAY, s, GRAY)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_toc(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("TABLE OF CONTENTS", DARK_BLUE))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))
toc_items = [
("1", "Overview of the Central Nervous System", "3"),
("2", "CNS Anatomical Divisions & Regional Functions", "4"),
("3", "Neural Physiology: Action Potentials & Synaptic Transmission", "6"),
("4", "Neurotransmitters — Classification & Criteria", "8"),
("5", "Acetylcholine (ACh)", "9"),
("6", "Glutamate — Primary Excitatory Neurotransmitter", "10"),
("7", "GABA — Primary Inhibitory Neurotransmitter", "11"),
("8", "Monoamines: Dopamine, Norepinephrine, Epinephrine, Serotonin", "12"),
("9", "Histamine & Neuropeptides", "14"),
("10", "Gas Transmitters: Nitric Oxide & Carbon Monoxide", "15"),
("11", "Neurotransmitter Receptor Pharmacology", "16"),
("12", "Long-Term Potentiation & Memory", "17"),
("13", "Clinical Correlates — Neurotransmitter Disorders", "18"),
("14", "Quick Reference Summary Tables", "19"),
]
toc_data = []
for num, topic, page in toc_items:
toc_data.append([
Paragraph(f"<b>{num}.</b>", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph(topic, s['table_cell']),
Paragraph(page, s['table_cell']),
])
toc_table = Table(toc_data, colWidths=[1*cm, 13.5*cm, 1.5*cm])
toc_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,0), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_GRAY]),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 8),
('RIGHTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 8),
('BOX', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('LINEABOVE', (0,0), (-1,0), 1.5, ACCENT_BLUE),
('LINEBELOW', (0,-1), (-1,-1), 1, ACCENT_BLUE),
]))
elements.append(toc_table)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_overview(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("1. OVERVIEW OF THE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM", MID_BLUE))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("What is the CNS?", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"The Central Nervous System (CNS) consists of the <b>brain</b> and the <b>spinal cord</b>. "
"It serves as the primary integrative and control center for all body functions, "
"receiving sensory input, processing information, generating motor output, and "
"regulating homeostasis, cognition, emotion, and behavior.",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Major Components", s['h3']))
comp_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>Component</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Subdivisions</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Primary Role</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("Brain", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Cerebrum, Cerebellum, Brainstem (Midbrain, Pons, Medulla)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Higher cognition, motor coordination, autonomic regulation", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Spinal Cord", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Cervical (C1-C8), Thoracic (T1-T12), Lumbar (L1-L5), Sacral (S1-S5)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Relaying signals between body and brain; reflex arcs", s['table_cell'])],
]
comp_table = Table(comp_data, colWidths=[3*cm, 7*cm, 6*cm])
comp_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), DARK_BLUE),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_BLUE]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
]))
elements.append(comp_table)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
info_box(elements,
"<b>Key Concept:</b> The CNS works in concert with the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS). "
"The PNS includes somatic (voluntary) and autonomic (involuntary) divisions. "
"The autonomic nervous system is further divided into sympathetic ('fight-or-flight') "
"and parasympathetic ('rest-and-digest') branches.",
LIGHT_BLUE, s, ACCENT_BLUE)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_anatomy_functions(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("2. CNS ANATOMICAL DIVISIONS & REGIONAL FUNCTIONS", MID_BLUE))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("The Cerebrum", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain, divided into left and right hemispheres "
"connected by the corpus callosum. It is organized into four lobes, each with distinct functions.",
s['body']))
lobe_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>Lobe</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Location</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Key Functions</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("Frontal", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Anterior brain", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Executive function, voluntary motor control (primary motor cortex), Broca's speech area, personality, working memory, decision-making", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Parietal", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Superior posterior", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Somatosensory cortex (touch, pain, temperature), spatial awareness, integration of sensory input", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Temporal", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Lateral, above ears", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Auditory processing, Wernicke's speech comprehension area, memory (hippocampus), emotional processing (amygdala)", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Occipital", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Posterior", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Primary visual cortex — processes visual information from retina via optic tracts", s['table_cell'])],
]
lobe_table = Table(lobe_data, colWidths=[2.5*cm, 3.5*cm, 10*cm])
lobe_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), TEAL),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_TEAL]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
]))
elements.append(lobe_table)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Subcortical Structures", s['h2']))
subct = [
("Thalamus", "Relay station for all sensory signals (except olfaction) to the cortex; regulates consciousness and sleep."),
("Hypothalamus", "Master regulator of the autonomic nervous system; controls temperature, hunger, thirst, sleep-wake cycles, hormone release via pituitary gland."),
("Hippocampus", "Essential for forming new declarative memories; spatial navigation. Located within the medial temporal lobe."),
("Amygdala", "Processes emotions especially fear and aggression; involved in emotional memory consolidation."),
("Basal Ganglia", "Coordinate voluntary movement, procedural learning, and habit formation. Includes caudate nucleus, putamen, globus pallidus, subthalamic nucleus, substantia nigra."),
("Limbic System", "Collective term for structures governing emotion, memory, and motivation: hippocampus, amygdala, cingulate cortex, septal nuclei, hypothalamus."),
]
for name, desc in subct:
elements.append(Paragraph(f"<b>{name}:</b> {desc}", s['bullet']))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Brainstem", s['h2']))
bs_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>Region</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Cranial Nerves</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Key Functions</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("Midbrain (Mesencephalon)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("CN III, IV", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Eye movement, pupillary reflex; contains substantia nigra (dopamine) and red nucleus", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Pons", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("CN V, VI, VII, VIII", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Relays signals between cerebrum and cerebellum; contains locus coeruleus (norepinephrine); breathing rhythm", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Medulla Oblongata", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("CN IX, X, XI, XII", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Vital autonomic centers: cardiac, respiratory, vasomotor; controls swallowing, vomiting, coughing", s['table_cell'])],
]
bs_table = Table(bs_data, colWidths=[4*cm, 3.5*cm, 8.5*cm])
bs_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), ORANGE),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_ORANGE]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
]))
elements.append(bs_table)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Cerebellum", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"The cerebellum contains more neurons than the rest of the brain combined. It fine-tunes motor "
"movements, coordinates balance and posture, and plays a role in motor learning and some cognitive "
"functions. It receives sensory input and compares intended with actual movement, sending corrective "
"signals via the thalamus to the motor cortex.",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Spinal Cord", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"The spinal cord extends from the medulla to the L1-L2 vertebral level (conus medullaris). "
"It contains ascending (sensory) and descending (motor) tracts organized in white matter, "
"surrounding a butterfly-shaped grey matter core containing anterior horn motor neurons "
"and posterior horn sensory interneurons.",
s['body']))
sc_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>Region</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Segments</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Innervation Territory</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("Cervical", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("C1 – C8", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Neck, diaphragm (C3-5), upper extremities, deltoid, biceps, wrist/hand", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Thoracic", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("T1 – T12", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Chest wall, intercostals, upper abdomen, sympathetic preganglionic neurons", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Lumbar", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("L1 – L5", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Lower abdomen, hip flexors, quadriceps, knee extension", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Sacral", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("S1 – S5", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Hamstrings, foot/ankle, bladder, bowel, sexual function, parasympathetic outflow", s['table_cell'])],
]
sc_table = Table(sc_data, colWidths=[3*cm, 3*cm, 10*cm])
sc_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), PURPLE),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_PURPLE]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
]))
elements.append(sc_table)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_neural_physiology(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("3. NEURAL PHYSIOLOGY: ACTION POTENTIALS & SYNAPTIC TRANSMISSION", MID_BLUE))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Resting Membrane Potential", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Neurons maintain a resting membrane potential of approximately <b>-70 mV</b> (interior negative "
"relative to exterior), established primarily by the Na⁺/K⁺-ATPase pump and selective membrane "
"permeability to K⁺. The high intracellular K⁺ concentration and its efflux through leak channels "
"drives the negative interior charge.",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Action Potential (Nerve Impulse)", s['h2']))
ap_steps = [
("1. Depolarization", "A stimulus causes Na⁺ channels to open → rapid Na⁺ influx → membrane potential rises from -70 mV to approximately +30 mV."),
("2. Repolarization", "Na⁺ channels inactivate; K⁺ channels open → K⁺ efflux → membrane returns toward resting potential."),
("3. Hyperpolarization", "Excess K⁺ efflux drives potential briefly below resting level (afterhyperpolarization), ensuring directionality of impulse propagation."),
("4. Absolute Refractory Period", "Na⁺ channels inactivated; no new AP possible, regardless of stimulus strength."),
("5. Relative Refractory Period", "Partial recovery of Na⁺ channels; a stronger-than-normal stimulus can trigger a new AP."),
("6. Propagation", "Depolarization spreads along axon. Myelinated axons conduct via saltatory conduction (node to node), significantly faster than unmyelinated fibers."),
]
for step, desc in ap_steps:
elements.append(Paragraph(f"<b>{step}:</b> {desc}", s['bullet']))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Synaptic Transmission", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"The dominant form of neuron-to-neuron communication is chemical, mediated by release of a "
"neurotransmitter from a presynaptic terminal that induces excitation or inhibition of the "
"postsynaptic target. <i>(Ganong's Review of Medical Physiology 26e, p.147)</i>",
s['body']))
syn_steps = [
"Action potential reaches presynaptic terminal",
"Voltage-gated Ca²⁺ channels open → Ca²⁺ influx into terminal",
"Ca²⁺ triggers fusion of synaptic vesicles with presynaptic membrane (exocytosis)",
"Neurotransmitter is released into the synaptic cleft",
"Neurotransmitter diffuses across cleft and binds to postsynaptic receptors",
"Receptor activation causes ion channel opening (ionotropic) or second messenger cascade (metabotropic)",
"Termination: reuptake into presynaptic terminal, enzymatic degradation, or diffusion away from synapse",
]
for i, step in enumerate(syn_steps, 1):
elements.append(Paragraph(f"<b>Step {i}:</b> {step}", s['bullet']))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
info_box(elements,
"<b>Neurotransmitter Criteria (Costanzo Physiology 7e, p.38):</b> A substance is formally "
"designated a neurotransmitter if: (1) it is synthesized in the presynaptic cell; "
"(2) it is released by the presynaptic cell on stimulation; and (3) when applied "
"exogenously to the postsynaptic membrane at physiologic concentration, the response "
"of the postsynaptic cell mimics the in vivo response.",
LIGHT_BLUE, s, ACCENT_BLUE)
elements.append(Paragraph("Receptor Types", s['h2']))
rec_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>Receptor Type</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Mechanism</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Speed</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Examples</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("Ionotropic (Ligand-gated)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Neurotransmitter binding directly opens ion channels", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Milliseconds", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Nicotinic ACh-R, NMDA, AMPA, GABA-A, Glycine", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Metabotropic (GPCR)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Coupled to G-proteins → second messengers (cAMP, IP₃, DAG)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Seconds to minutes", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Muscarinic ACh-R, mGluR, dopamine D1-D5, β-adrenoceptors, 5-HT1/2", s['table_cell'])],
]
rec_table = Table(rec_data, colWidths=[3.5*cm, 5*cm, 3*cm, 4.5*cm])
rec_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), TEAL),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_TEAL]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
]))
elements.append(rec_table)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_nt_classification(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("4. NEUROTRANSMITTER CLASSIFICATION & CRITERIA", MID_BLUE))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Neurotransmitter substances can be grouped into the following categories based on their chemical "
"structure and function: <i>(Costanzo Physiology 7e, Table 1.4)</i>",
s['body']))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.2*cm))
nt_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>Class</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Neurotransmitters</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Notes</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("Choline Esters", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Acetylcholine (ACh)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("NMJ, autonomic ganglia, parasympathetic effectors, CNS", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Biogenic Amines", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Dopamine, Epinephrine, Norepinephrine, Serotonin, Histamine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Monoamines derived from amino acids (tyrosine, tryptophan); broad CNS modulatory roles", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Amino Acids", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Glutamate, GABA, Glycine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Most abundant CNS transmitters; Glu = primary excitatory; GABA/Glycine = primary inhibitory", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Neuropeptides", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Substance P, Endorphins, Enkephalins, Oxytocin, Vasopressin, Somatostatin, VIP, NPY, CCK, ACTH, TRH...", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Large-molecule transmitters; often co-released with small-molecule transmitters; longer-lasting effects", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Gas Transmitters", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Nitric Oxide (NO), Carbon Monoxide (CO)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Membrane-permeable; act as retrograde messengers; no vesicular storage", s['table_cell'])],
]
nt_table = Table(nt_data, colWidths=[3.5*cm, 5.5*cm, 7*cm])
nt_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), DARK_BLUE),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_GRAY]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 7),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 7),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 7),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
]))
elements.append(nt_table)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))
info_box(elements,
"<b>Stahl's Essential Psychopharmacology:</b> The six key neurotransmitter systems "
"targeted by psychotropic drugs are: <b>serotonin, norepinephrine, dopamine, acetylcholine, "
"glutamate, and GABA</b>. The brain may produce its own 'morphine' (β-endorphin), "
"'marijuana' (endocannabinoids), and benzodiazepine-like substances.",
LIGHT_PURPLE, s, PURPLE)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_acetylcholine(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("5. ACETYLCHOLINE (ACh)", TEAL))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Synthesis & Degradation", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"In the presynaptic terminal, <b>choline + acetyl-CoA</b> → ACh, catalyzed by "
"<b>choline acetyltransferase (ChAT)</b>. After release and receptor binding, "
"<b>acetylcholinesterase (AChE)</b> on the postsynaptic membrane rapidly degrades "
"ACh to choline + acetate. Choline is recycled back into the presynaptic terminal "
"via high-affinity choline transporters. <i>(Costanzo Physiology 7e, p.38)</i>",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Distribution & Roles", s['h2']))
ach_roles = [
"Only neurotransmitter at the neuromuscular junction (NMJ) — activates nicotinic receptors on skeletal muscle",
"Released from all preganglionic neurons in both sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions",
"Released from all postganglionic neurons in the parasympathetic division",
"Preganglionic source for adrenal medulla chromaffin cells",
"CNS cholinergic pathways: basal forebrain → hippocampus & neocortex (memory/cognition); pontomesencephalotegmental complex → thalamus",
]
for role in ach_roles:
elements.append(Paragraph(f"• {role}", s['bullet']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Receptors", s['h3']))
ach_rec = [
[Paragraph("<b>Receptor</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Type</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Location</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Effect</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("Nicotinic (N_M)", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Ionotropic (Na⁺/K⁺)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("NMJ, adrenal medulla", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Excitation, muscle contraction", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Nicotinic (N_N)", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Ionotropic", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Autonomic ganglia, CNS", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Excitation of postsynaptic neuron", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Muscarinic M1-M5", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Metabotropic (GPCR)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Heart (M2), smooth muscle (M3), glands, CNS (M1, M4, M5)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("↓HR (M2), secretion/contraction (M3), cognitive modulation (M1)", s['table_cell'])],
]
ach_table = Table(ach_rec, colWidths=[3*cm, 3*cm, 5*cm, 5*cm])
ach_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), TEAL),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_TEAL]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
]))
elements.append(ach_table)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_glutamate_gaba(elements, s):
# Glutamate
elements.append(SectionBanner("6. GLUTAMATE — PRIMARY EXCITATORY NEUROTRANSMITTER", ORANGE))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Overview", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Glutamate is the most abundant excitatory neurotransmitter in the CNS. It is synthesized "
"from α-ketoglutarate (Krebs cycle) via GABA transaminase (GABA-T), or from glutamine "
"recycled from astrocytes via the glutamate-glutamine cycle. Stored in synaptic vesicles "
"via vesicular glutamate transporters (VGLUTs). <i>(Ganong's 26e, p.149-150)</i>",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Receptors", s['h3']))
glu_rec = [
[Paragraph("<b>Receptor</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Type</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Ion Permeability</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Pharmacological Significance</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("AMPA", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Ionotropic", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Na⁺, K⁺", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Fast excitatory transmission; mediates majority of rapid synaptic excitation", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Kainate", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Ionotropic", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Na⁺, K⁺", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Presynaptic modulation; some postsynaptic excitation", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("NMDA", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Ionotropic", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Na⁺, K⁺, Ca²⁺ (Mg²⁺ block)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Coincidence detector; synaptic plasticity, LTP, memory formation; overactivation → excitotoxicity", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("mGluR (1-8)", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Metabotropic (GPCR)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Via IP₃/DAG or cAMP", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Modulates synaptic transmission; targets for neurological drug development", s['table_cell'])],
]
glu_table = Table(glu_rec, colWidths=[2.5*cm, 2.5*cm, 3.5*cm, 7.5*cm])
glu_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), ORANGE),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_ORANGE]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
]))
elements.append(glu_table)
info_box(elements,
"<b>Excitotoxicity:</b> Excessive glutamate receptor activation (particularly NMDA) leads to "
"massive Ca²⁺ influx → mitochondrial dysfunction → neuronal death. This is the primary "
"mechanism of damage in stroke, traumatic brain injury, and some neurodegenerative diseases.",
LIGHT_ORANGE, s, ORANGE)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))
# GABA
elements.append(SectionBanner("7. GABA — PRIMARY INHIBITORY NEUROTRANSMITTER", RED))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Overview", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"γ-Aminobutyric acid (GABA) is the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the CNS. "
"It is synthesized from glutamate by the enzyme <b>glutamate decarboxylase (GAD)</b> "
"using pyridoxal phosphate (vitamin B6) as cofactor. GAD is thus a marker for "
"GABAergic neurons. GABA is removed from the synapse by reuptake via GAT transporters "
"and is catabolized by GABA-T.",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Receptors", s['h3']))
gaba_rec = [
[Paragraph("<b>Receptor</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Type</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Mechanism</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Drug Targets</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("GABA-A", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Ionotropic (Cl⁻ channel)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Cl⁻ influx → hyperpolarization → inhibition", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Benzodiazepines (↑frequency), Barbiturates (↑duration), Ethanol, Anesthetics", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("GABA-B", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Metabotropic (GPCR)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("↑K⁺ efflux (hyperpol.) and ↓Ca²⁺ influx (↓NT release)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Baclofen (muscle relaxant, spasticity treatment)", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("GABA-C", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Ionotropic (Cl⁻)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Similar to GABA-A; predominantly in retina", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Retinal signal processing", s['table_cell'])],
]
gaba_table = Table(gaba_rec, colWidths=[2.5*cm, 3*cm, 5.5*cm, 5*cm])
gaba_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), RED),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_RED]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
]))
elements.append(gaba_table)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_monoamines(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("8. MONOAMINES: DOPAMINE, NOREPINEPHRINE, SEROTONIN, EPINEPHRINE", PURPLE))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Biosynthetic Pathway", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"<b>Phenylalanine → Tyrosine → L-DOPA → Dopamine → Norepinephrine → Epinephrine</b> "
"(catecholamine pathway). Serotonin is synthesized separately from tryptophan: "
"<b>Tryptophan → 5-Hydroxytryptophan → Serotonin (5-HT)</b>. "
"Monoamine oxidase (MAO) and catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) are the key "
"degradative enzymes for catecholamines.",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Dopamine (DA)", s['h3']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Dopaminergic neurons originate primarily in two midbrain regions: the <b>substantia nigra</b> "
"(projects to striatum via nigrostriatal pathway — movement control) and the "
"<b>ventral tegmental area (VTA)</b> (projects to prefrontal cortex via mesocortical pathway "
"and to limbic system via mesolimbic pathway — reward, motivation, emotion). "
"<i>(Ganong's 26e, p.147)</i>",
s['body']))
da_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>Pathway</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Origin → Target</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Function</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Disease if disrupted</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("Nigrostriatal", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Substantia nigra → Striatum", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Voluntary motor control, movement initiation", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Parkinson's disease (depletion)", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Mesolimbic", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("VTA → Nucleus accumbens, limbic", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Reward, pleasure, motivation, addiction", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Schizophrenia (excess); addiction", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Mesocortical", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("VTA → Prefrontal cortex", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Working memory, executive function, attention", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("ADHD, negative symptoms of schizophrenia", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Tuberoinfundibular", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Hypothalamus → Pituitary", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Inhibits prolactin secretion", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Hyperprolactinemia (antipsychotic side effect)", s['table_cell'])],
]
da_table = Table(da_data, colWidths=[3*cm, 4*cm, 4*cm, 4.5*cm])
da_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), PURPLE),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_PURPLE]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
]))
elements.append(da_table)
elements.append(Paragraph("Norepinephrine (NE) / Noradrenaline", s['h3']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Noradrenergic neurons are concentrated in the <b>locus coeruleus</b> (pons) and project widely "
"to the spinal cord, cerebellum, hypothalamus, thalamus, basal telencephalon, and neocortex. "
"NE modulates arousal, attention, stress response, mood, and the fight-or-flight response. "
"Acts on α1, α2, β1, β2, β3 adrenoceptors. Reuptake via norepinephrine transporter (NET). "
"<i>(Ganong's 26e, Fig. 7-2A)</i>",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Serotonin (5-Hydroxytryptamine, 5-HT)", s['h3']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Serotonergic cell bodies cluster in the <b>raphe nuclei</b> of the brainstem (pons and medulla) "
"and project broadly to the hypothalamus, limbic system, neocortex, cerebellum, and spinal cord. "
"Serotonin regulates mood, sleep, appetite, pain modulation, and social behavior. "
"14 receptor subtypes identified (5-HT1 through 5-HT7). Reuptake via serotonin transporter (SERT). "
"SSRIs block SERT and are first-line antidepressants. <i>(Ganong's 26e, Fig. 7-2B)</i>",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Epinephrine (Adrenaline)", s['h3']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Primarily a hormone secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress. In the CNS, "
"epinephrine-containing neurons are found in the medulla and project to the hypothalamus. "
"Acts on the same adrenoceptors as norepinephrine; more potent at β receptors. Key role "
"in the systemic stress response: ↑HR, ↑BP, bronchodilation, glycogenolysis.",
s['body']))
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_histamine_peptides(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("9. HISTAMINE & NEUROPEPTIDES", MID_BLUE))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Histamine", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Histaminergic neurons are located in the <b>tuberomammillary nucleus</b> of the hypothalamus "
"and project throughout the brain. Histamine is synthesized from histidine by histidine "
"decarboxylase and acts on H1-H4 receptors. CNS roles include regulation of the "
"sleep-wake cycle (arousal via H1), appetite, and learning. First-generation antihistamines "
"(H1 antagonists) that cross the BBB cause sedation by blocking wake-promoting histamine activity.",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Major Neuropeptides", s['h2']))
pep_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>Neuropeptide</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Source / Distribution</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Key Functions</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("Substance P", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Dorsal horn, brain", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Pain transmission (nociception); co-released with glutamate", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("β-Endorphin", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Pituitary, hypothalamus", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Endogenous opioid; pain suppression; stress-induced analgesia", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Enkephalins", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Striatum, spinal cord, brainstem", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Opioid peptides; analgesia, mood modulation via μ/δ receptors", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Dynorphin", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Hypothalamus, striatum, spinal cord", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("κ-opioid receptor agonist; pain modulation, dysphoria", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Oxytocin", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Hypothalamic paraventricular nucleus", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Social bonding, trust, uterine contraction, lactation", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Vasopressin (ADH)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Hypothalamic supraoptic nucleus", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Water retention (V2 renal), vasoconstriction (V1), social behavior", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Somatostatin", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Hypothalamus, cortex, GI tract", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Inhibits GH release, modulates neurotransmission", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Neuropeptide Y (NPY)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Hypothalamus, cortex", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Appetite stimulation (most potent orexigenic), anxiety reduction", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("VIP", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Cortex, hypothalamus, GI tract", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Vasodilation, circadian rhythm regulation (SCN), bronchodilation", s['table_cell'])],
]
pep_table = Table(pep_data, colWidths=[4*cm, 4.5*cm, 7.5*cm])
pep_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), DARK_BLUE),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_BLUE]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
]))
elements.append(pep_table)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_gas_transmitters(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("10. GAS TRANSMITTERS: NITRIC OXIDE & CARBON MONOXIDE", TEAL))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Gas transmitters are unique in that they are membrane-permeable and do not require "
"vesicular storage or classic release mechanisms. They act as retrograde messengers, "
"diffusing backward from postsynaptic to presynaptic neuron to modulate transmitter release.",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Nitric Oxide (NO)", s['h2']))
no_points = [
"Synthesized on demand by <b>nitric oxide synthase (NOS)</b> from L-arginine + O₂ + NADPH",
"Three NOS isoforms: neuronal (nNOS), endothelial (eNOS), inducible (iNOS)",
"Activated by Ca²⁺/calmodulin following NMDA receptor activation in postsynaptic neurons",
"Acts via soluble guanylate cyclase → ↑cGMP → protein kinase G (PKG) activation",
"<b>CNS roles:</b> synaptic plasticity, long-term potentiation (LTP), memory formation, pain modulation",
"<b>Peripheral roles:</b> vasodilation of blood vessels (key in erectile function and cardiovascular regulation)",
"Half-life of seconds; rapidly inactivated by reacting with O₂ and superoxide",
]
for pt in no_points:
elements.append(Paragraph(f"• {pt}", s['bullet']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Carbon Monoxide (CO)", s['h2']))
co_points = [
"Produced by <b>heme oxygenase (HO)</b> during heme catabolism",
"Two constitutive isoforms: HO-1 (inducible/stress) and HO-2 (neuronal, constitutive)",
"Stimulates soluble guanylate cyclase → ↑cGMP (similar mechanism to NO but weaker)",
"Roles: modulation of neurotransmitter release, circadian rhythm regulation, anti-inflammatory effects",
"Potential neuroprotective roles under investigation",
]
for pt in co_points:
elements.append(Paragraph(f"• {pt}", s['bullet']))
info_box(elements,
"<b>Clinical Note:</b> PDE5 inhibitors (sildenafil/Viagra) enhance NO-cGMP signaling by "
"blocking cGMP degradation. NO donors (nitrates) are used in angina treatment. "
"NOS inhibitors are studied for septic shock where excess iNOS-derived NO causes "
"profound vasodilation.",
LIGHT_TEAL, s, TEAL)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_ltp_memory(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("11. LONG-TERM POTENTIATION (LTP) & MEMORY", MID_BLUE))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Long-term potentiation (LTP) is the sustained strengthening of synaptic connections "
"following repeated stimulation. It is the primary cellular mechanism underlying "
"learning and memory, particularly in the hippocampus.",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Mechanism of LTP", s['h2']))
ltp_steps = [
("1. High-frequency stimulation", "Repeated activation of glutamatergic synapses → sustained AMPA receptor activation → significant depolarization"),
("2. NMDA receptor unblocking", "Strong depolarization displaces Mg²⁺ from NMDA channel pore → NMDA receptor becomes permeable"),
("3. Ca²⁺ influx", "Ca²⁺ enters postsynaptic neuron through NMDA channels → activates Ca²⁺/calmodulin-dependent kinases (CaMKII)"),
("4. Early LTP", "CaMKII phosphorylates existing AMPA receptors (↑conductance) and recruits more AMPA receptors to synapse"),
("5. Late LTP", "Requires protein synthesis; CREB transcription factor activated; structural changes including dendritic spine growth and new synapse formation"),
("6. Presynaptic enhancement", "Retrograde messenger (NO) signals presynaptic terminal to increase glutamate release"),
]
for step, desc in ltp_steps:
elements.append(Paragraph(f"<b>{step}:</b> {desc}", s['bullet']))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
info_box(elements,
"<b>Costanzo Physiology 7e:</b> Long-term potentiation occurs in storage of memories "
"and involves both increased release of neurotransmitter from presynaptic terminals "
"and increased sensitivity of postsynaptic membranes to the transmitter. "
"Facilitation, augmentation, and post-tetanic potentiation are phenomena where "
"repeated stimulation causes greater-than-expected postsynaptic responses, "
"believed to involve Ca²⁺ accumulation in the presynaptic terminal.",
LIGHT_BLUE, s, ACCENT_BLUE)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_clinical(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("12. CLINICAL CORRELATES — NEUROTRANSMITTER DISORDERS", RED))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Dysfunction of specific neurotransmitter systems underlies many neurological and "
"psychiatric disorders. Understanding these mechanisms forms the basis of rational "
"pharmacotherapy. <i>(Ganong's 26e, p.147; Stahl's Essential Psychopharmacology)</i>",
s['body']))
clinical_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>Disease</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Neurotransmitter Deficit/Excess</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Brain Region</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Treatment Strategy</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("Parkinson's Disease", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("↓ Dopamine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Substantia nigra → striatum", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("L-DOPA + carbidopa; DA agonists (pramipexole); MAO-B inhibitors", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Alzheimer's Disease", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("↓ ACh (cholinergic deficit)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Basal forebrain → hippocampus/cortex", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("AChE inhibitors (donepezil, rivastigmine); NMDA antagonist (memantine)", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Schizophrenia", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("↑ Dopamine (mesolimbic); ↓ Dopamine (mesocortical); ↓ Glutamate (NMDA)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Multiple limbic/cortical regions", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("D2 receptor antagonists (antipsychotics); clozapine (5-HT2A + D4)", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Depression (MDD)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("↓ Serotonin, ↓ Norepinephrine, ↓ Dopamine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Raphe nuclei, locus coeruleus, PFC", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, MAOIs; ketamine (NMDA antagonist) for TRD", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Anxiety Disorders", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("↓ GABA; ↑ Norepinephrine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Amygdala, locus coeruleus", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Benzodiazepines (GABA-A modulators); SSRIs; buspirone (5-HT1A)", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Epilepsy", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("↓ GABA inhibition; ↑ Glutamate excitation", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Cortical, hippocampal circuits", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("GABA enhancers (valproate, benzodiazepines); Na⁺ channel blockers (carbamazepine)", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Myasthenia Gravis", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Autoantibodies against nicotinic ACh-R at NMJ", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Neuromuscular junction", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("AChE inhibitors (pyridostigmine); immunosuppression; thymectomy", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Huntington's Disease", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("↓ GABA/ACh in striatum; relative ↑ Dopamine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Striatum (caudate & putamen)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Tetrabenazine (depletes DA/5-HT); symptomatic management", s['table_cell'])],
]
clin_table = Table(clinical_data, colWidths=[3.5*cm, 4*cm, 3.5*cm, 5*cm])
clin_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), RED),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_RED]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
]))
elements.append(clin_table)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_summary_tables(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("13. QUICK REFERENCE SUMMARY TABLES", DARK_BLUE))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
# Master neurotransmitter table
elements.append(Paragraph("Master Neurotransmitter Reference", s['h2']))
master_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>NT</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Class</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Synthesis</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Receptors</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Primary CNS Action</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Termination</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("ACh", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Choline ester", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Choline + Acetyl-CoA → ChAT", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Nicotinic (ion), Muscarinic (GPCR)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("NMJ excitation; parasympathetic; memory", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("AChE degradation", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Glutamate", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Amino acid", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Krebs cycle / Glutamine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("AMPA, NMDA, Kainate, mGluR", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Primary excitation; LTP; learning", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("EAAT reuptake (glia/neuron)", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("GABA", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Amino acid", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Glutamate → GAD", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("GABA-A (Cl⁻ ion), GABA-B (GPCR)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Primary inhibition; anxiolysis; anticonvulsant", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("GAT reuptake; GABA-T catabolism", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Glycine", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Amino acid", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Serine → serine hydroxymethyltransferase", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Glycine-R (Cl⁻ ionotropic)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Inhibition (spinal cord, brainstem)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("GlyT reuptake", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Dopamine", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Catecholamine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Tyrosine → L-DOPA → DOPA decarboxylase", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("D1-D5 (all GPCR)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Reward; motor control; executive function", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("DAT reuptake; MAO/COMT", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Norepinephrine", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Catecholamine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Dopamine → DBH", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("α1, α2, β1, β2, β3 (all GPCR)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Arousal; attention; stress; fight-or-flight", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("NET reuptake; MAO/COMT", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Serotonin", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Monoamine (indolamine)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Tryptophan → TPH → 5-HTP → AADC", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("5-HT1-7 (mostly GPCR; 5-HT3 ionotropic)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Mood; sleep; appetite; pain; cognition", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("SERT reuptake; MAO-A", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Histamine", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Monoamine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Histidine → HDC", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("H1-H4 (GPCR)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Arousal (H1); appetite; cognition", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("MAO-B; HNMT", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Nitric Oxide", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Gas transmitter", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("L-Arginine → NOS (Ca²⁺/CaM-dep.)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Soluble guanylate cyclase (↑cGMP)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Retrograde LTP; vasodilation; pain", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Spontaneous oxidation (sec)", s['table_cell'])],
]
master_table = Table(master_data, colWidths=[2*cm, 2.5*cm, 3*cm, 3.5*cm, 3.5*cm, 2.5*cm])
master_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), DARK_BLUE),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_GRAY]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
('FONTSIZE', (0,0), (-1,-1), 7.5),
]))
elements.append(master_table)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.5*cm))
# Receptor pharmacology quick table
elements.append(Paragraph("Key Receptor Pharmacology — Agonists & Antagonists", s['h2']))
pharm_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>Receptor</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>NT</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Key Agonists</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Key Antagonists / Blockers</b>", s['table_header']),
Paragraph("<b>Clinical Use</b>", s['table_header'])],
[Paragraph("NMDA", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Glutamate", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("NMDA, D-serine (co-agonist)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("AP5, AP7, Ketamine, Memantine, MK-801", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Memantine: Alzheimer's; Ketamine: anesthesia, TRD", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("GABA-A", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("GABA", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Muscimol, GABA, Propofol", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Bicuculline, Flumazenil (BZD reversal)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Benzodiazepines, barbiturates: anxiety, epilepsy, anesthesia", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("D2 receptor", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Dopamine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Dopamine, Bromocriptine, Pramipexole", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Haloperidol, Risperidone, Clozapine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Antipsychotics (D2 block); Parkinson's (D2 agonists)", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("β1-Adrenoceptor", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("NE/Epi", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("NE, Epi, Dobutamine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Metoprolol, Atenolol", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Cardioselective β-blockade: hypertension, heart failure, angina", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("SERT", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("Serotonin", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("(Transporter — no classic agonist)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Fluoxetine, Sertraline, Escitalopram (SSRIs)", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD", s['table_cell'])],
[Paragraph("Nicotinic NMJ", s['table_cell']), Paragraph("ACh", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("ACh, Nicotine, Succinylcholine", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("Tubocurarine, Atracurium, α-Bungarotoxin", s['table_cell']),
Paragraph("NMJ blockers: surgical paralysis; MG diagnosis", s['table_cell'])],
]
pharm_table = Table(pharm_data, colWidths=[2.5*cm, 2*cm, 3.5*cm, 4.5*cm, 3.5*cm])
pharm_table.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), TEAL),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_TEAL]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
('FONTSIZE', (0,0), (-1,-1), 7.5),
]))
elements.append(pharm_table)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))
info_box(elements,
"<b>End of Document.</b> This reference covers CNS anatomy, regional functions, neural physiology, "
"synaptic transmission, all major neurotransmitter systems with their receptors and pharmacology, "
"gas transmitters, LTP and memory, and clinical disease correlates. "
"Sources: Costanzo Physiology 7e | Ganong's Review of Medical Physiology 26e | "
"Stahl's Essential Psychopharmacology | Eric Kandel Principles of Neural Science 6e.",
LIGHT_BLUE, s, DARK_BLUE)
# ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
# MAIN
# ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
def main():
output_path = "/home/daytona/workspace/cns-pdf/CNS_Functions_Neurotransmitters_Physiology.pdf"
doc = SimpleDocTemplate(
output_path,
pagesize=A4,
leftMargin=1.5*cm,
rightMargin=1.5*cm,
topMargin=1.6*cm,
bottomMargin=1.4*cm,
title="CNS Functions, Neurotransmitters & Physiology",
author="Orris Medical Reference",
subject="Human Physiology — Central Nervous System",
)
s = make_styles()
elements = []
build_cover(elements, s)
build_toc(elements, s)
build_overview(elements, s)
build_anatomy_functions(elements, s)
build_neural_physiology(elements, s)
build_nt_classification(elements, s)
build_acetylcholine(elements, s)
build_glutamate_gaba(elements, s)
build_monoamines(elements, s)
build_histamine_peptides(elements, s)
build_gas_transmitters(elements, s)
build_ltp_memory(elements, s)
build_clinical(elements, s)
build_summary_tables(elements, s)
doc.build(elements, onFirstPage=lambda c, d: None, onLaterPages=add_page_number)
print(f"PDF generated: {output_path}")
return output_path
if __name__ == "__main__":
main()
Running Command
cd /home/daytona/workspace/cns-pdf && python build_cns_pdf.py 2>&1
Running Command
ls -lh /home/daytona/workspace/cns-pdf/CNS_Functions_Neurotransmitters_Physiolog…
Your PDF is ready - 1.5 MB, professionally formatted with full-color tables, diagrams, and clinical references.
CNS Functions Neurotransmitters Physiology
PDF Document · PDF
What's inside (14 sections):
| Section | Content |
|---|---|
| 1 | Overview of the CNS - brain + spinal cord structure |
| 2 | Anatomical Divisions & Regional Functions - all 4 brain lobes, subcortical structures, brainstem (table with cranial nerves), spinal cord segments |
| 3 | Neural Physiology - resting membrane potential, action potential steps, synaptic transmission (7 steps), receptor types (ionotropic vs metabotropic) |
| 4 | Neurotransmitter Classification - all 5 classes (ACh, biogenic amines, amino acids, neuropeptides, gas transmitters) |
| 5 | Acetylcholine - synthesis via ChAT, degradation via AChE, nicotinic vs muscarinic receptors |
| 6 | Glutamate - AMPA/NMDA/Kainate/mGluR receptors with ion permeability; excitotoxicity |
| 7 | GABA - GAD synthesis, GABA-A/B/C receptors, benzodiazepine/barbiturate pharmacology |
| 8 | Monoamines - 4 dopaminergic pathways table, norepinephrine (locus coeruleus), serotonin (raphe nuclei), epinephrine |
| 9 | Histamine & 10 Neuropeptides (substance P, endorphins, oxytocin, NPY, VIP, etc.) |
| 10 | Gas Transmitters - NO (NOS mechanism, cGMP pathway) and CO (heme oxygenase) |
| 11 | LTP & Memory - NMDA-dependent mechanism, CaMKII, early vs late LTP |
| 12 | Clinical Correlates - 8 diseases mapped to neurotransmitter deficits + treatments |
| 13 | Master Quick Reference Tables - all 9 neurotransmitters + receptor pharmacology table |
Sources: Costanzo Physiology 7e | Ganong's Review of Medical Physiology 26e | Stahl's Essential Psychopharmacology | Kandel Principles of Neural Science 6e
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mkdir -p /home/daytona/workspace/cvs-pdf && echo "dir ready"
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~/cvs-pdf/build_cvs_pdf.py
#!/usr/bin/env python3
"""
Cardiovascular System (CVS) - Detailed PDF
Anatomy, Physiology, Diagrams, Flowcharts, Tables
Sources: Guyton & Hall Medical Physiology 14e, Barash Clinical Anesthesia 9e,
Sabiston Textbook of Surgery, Costanzo Physiology 7e
"""
from reportlab.lib.pagesizes import A4
from reportlab.lib import colors
from reportlab.lib.styles import getSampleStyleSheet, ParagraphStyle
from reportlab.lib.units import cm, mm
from reportlab.platypus import (
SimpleDocTemplate, Paragraph, Spacer, Table, TableStyle,
HRFlowable, KeepTogether, Image as RLImage, PageBreak
)
from reportlab.lib.enums import TA_CENTER, TA_LEFT, TA_JUSTIFY, TA_RIGHT
from reportlab.platypus.flowables import Flowable
from reportlab.lib.colors import HexColor
import urllib.request, os, math
# ── Palette ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
CRIMSON = HexColor('#922b21')
DARK_RED = HexColor('#641e16')
LIGHT_RED = HexColor('#fadbd8')
BLOOD_RED = HexColor('#c0392b')
DEEP_BLUE = HexColor('#1a237e')
MID_BLUE = HexColor('#1565c0')
ACCENT_BLUE = HexColor('#2196f3')
LIGHT_BLUE = HexColor('#e3f2fd')
TEAL = HexColor('#00695c')
LIGHT_TEAL = HexColor('#e0f2f1')
PURPLE = HexColor('#4a148c')
LIGHT_PURPLE = HexColor('#f3e5f5')
ORANGE = HexColor('#e65100')
LIGHT_ORANGE = HexColor('#fff3e0')
DARK_GRAY = HexColor('#37474f')
LIGHT_GRAY = HexColor('#f5f5f5')
MED_GRAY = HexColor('#90a4ae')
WHITE = colors.white
BLACK = colors.black
GOLD = HexColor('#f57f17')
LIGHT_GOLD = HexColor('#fff9c4')
W, H = A4
MARGIN = 1.4 * cm
# ── Image URLs ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
IMGS = {
"heart_anatomy": "https://cdn.orris.care/image-gen/a2d4f5d13a684541a66cf74e3c4dd754.png",
"circulation": "https://cdn.orris.care/image-gen/bafa75df61174908813b3e41d4f4d5a6.png",
"conduction_ecg": "https://cdn.orris.care/image-gen/c00b7de7dc91443ba6763f65276fb715.png",
"blood_vessels": "https://cdn.orris.care/image-gen/e7c8aba2b94d4dd4a4b614b8453a7697.png",
}
IMG_DIR = "/home/daytona/workspace/cvs-pdf/"
def download_imgs():
paths = {}
for k, url in IMGS.items():
p = IMG_DIR + k + ".png"
if not os.path.exists(p):
urllib.request.urlretrieve(url, p)
paths[k] = p
return paths
# ── Page callbacks ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
def page_header_footer(c, doc):
c.saveState()
# Header
c.setFillColor(DARK_RED)
c.rect(0, H - 1.1*cm, W, 1.1*cm, fill=1, stroke=0)
c.setFont("Helvetica-Bold", 9)
c.setFillColor(WHITE)
c.drawString(MARGIN, H - 0.75*cm, "Cardiovascular System (CVS) — Anatomy & Physiology")
c.drawRightString(W - MARGIN, H - 0.75*cm, "Human Physiology Reference")
# Footer
c.setFillColor(DARK_RED)
c.rect(0, 0, W, 0.85*cm, fill=1, stroke=0)
c.setFont("Helvetica", 7.5)
c.setFillColor(WHITE)
c.drawString(MARGIN, 0.28*cm,
"Sources: Guyton & Hall Medical Physiology 14e | Barash Clinical Anesthesia 9e | "
"Sabiston Textbook of Surgery | Costanzo Physiology 7e")
c.drawRightString(W - MARGIN, 0.28*cm, f"Page {doc.page}")
c.restoreState()
def first_page(c, doc):
pass # Cover page — no header/footer
# ── Styles ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
def make_styles():
s = {}
s['cover_title'] = ParagraphStyle('ct', fontSize=34, fontName='Helvetica-Bold',
textColor=WHITE, alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=40, spaceAfter=6)
s['cover_sub'] = ParagraphStyle('cs', fontSize=15, fontName='Helvetica',
textColor=LIGHT_BLUE, alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=20)
s['cover_tag'] = ParagraphStyle('ctag', fontSize=10, fontName='Helvetica-Oblique',
textColor=HexColor('#b0bec5'), alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=15)
s['h1'] = ParagraphStyle('h1', fontSize=13, fontName='Helvetica-Bold',
textColor=WHITE, spaceAfter=3, leading=17)
s['h2'] = ParagraphStyle('h2', fontSize=12, fontName='Helvetica-Bold',
textColor=DARK_RED, spaceBefore=12, spaceAfter=4, leading=16)
s['h3'] = ParagraphStyle('h3', fontSize=10.5, fontName='Helvetica-Bold',
textColor=MID_BLUE, spaceBefore=8, spaceAfter=3, leading=14)
s['body'] = ParagraphStyle('body', fontSize=9.5, fontName='Helvetica',
textColor=BLACK, spaceBefore=3, spaceAfter=3, leading=14, alignment=TA_JUSTIFY)
s['bullet'] = ParagraphStyle('bullet', fontSize=9.5, fontName='Helvetica',
textColor=BLACK, spaceBefore=2, spaceAfter=2, leading=13, leftIndent=14)
s['caption'] = ParagraphStyle('caption', fontSize=8, fontName='Helvetica-Oblique',
textColor=DARK_GRAY, alignment=TA_CENTER, spaceBefore=2, spaceAfter=6)
s['th'] = ParagraphStyle('th', fontSize=8.5, fontName='Helvetica-Bold',
textColor=WHITE, alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=12)
s['th_l'] = ParagraphStyle('th_l', fontSize=8.5, fontName='Helvetica-Bold',
textColor=WHITE, alignment=TA_LEFT, leading=12)
s['td'] = ParagraphStyle('td', fontSize=8.5, fontName='Helvetica',
textColor=BLACK, alignment=TA_LEFT, leading=12)
s['td_c'] = ParagraphStyle('td_c', fontSize=8.5, fontName='Helvetica',
textColor=BLACK, alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=12)
s['box'] = ParagraphStyle('box', fontSize=9.5, fontName='Helvetica',
textColor=DEEP_BLUE, spaceBefore=2, spaceAfter=2, leading=14,
alignment=TA_JUSTIFY, leftIndent=6, rightIndent=6)
s['flow_cell'] = ParagraphStyle('fc', fontSize=8.5, fontName='Helvetica-Bold',
textColor=WHITE, alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=13)
s['flow_arrow'] = ParagraphStyle('fa', fontSize=14, fontName='Helvetica-Bold',
textColor=BLOOD_RED, alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=18)
s['toc_num'] = ParagraphStyle('tn', fontSize=10, fontName='Helvetica-Bold',
textColor=DARK_RED)
s['toc_title'] = ParagraphStyle('tt', fontSize=10, fontName='Helvetica',
textColor=BLACK)
s['toc_pg'] = ParagraphStyle('tp', fontSize=10, fontName='Helvetica',
textColor=DARK_GRAY, alignment=TA_RIGHT)
return s
# ── Helpers ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
class SectionBanner(Flowable):
def __init__(self, text, color=None):
super().__init__()
self.text = text
self.color = color or DARK_RED
self.bh = 1.05 * cm
def wrap(self, aw, ah):
self.bw = aw
return aw, self.bh
def draw(self):
c = self.canv
c.setFillColor(self.color)
c.roundRect(0, 0, self.bw, self.bh, 5, fill=1, stroke=0)
c.setFont("Helvetica-Bold", 12)
c.setFillColor(WHITE)
c.drawString(0.4*cm, 0.3*cm, self.text)
def info_box(elements, text, bg, s, border=None):
bc = border or bg
t = Table([[Paragraph(text, s['box'])]], colWidths=['100%'])
t.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,-1), bg),
('BOX', (0,0), (-1,-1), 1.5, bc),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 8),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 8),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 10),
('RIGHTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 10),
]))
elements.append(t)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 5))
def place_image(elements, path, w_cm, h_cm, caption_text, s):
if os.path.exists(path):
img = RLImage(path, width=w_cm*cm, height=h_cm*cm)
t = Table([[img]], colWidths=['100%'])
t.setStyle(TableStyle([
('ALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'CENTER'),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 4),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 2),
]))
elements.append(t)
elements.append(Paragraph(caption_text, s['caption']))
def std_table(data, col_widths, header_color, alt_color, s_obj):
t = Table(data, colWidths=col_widths)
t.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), header_color),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS',(0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, alt_color]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.4, MED_GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('RIGHTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
('LINEABOVE', (0,0), (-1,0), 1.5, header_color),
]))
return t
# Flow box helper
def flow_box(text, bg, s):
t = Table([[Paragraph(text, s['flow_cell'])]], colWidths=[4.8*cm])
t.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,-1), bg),
('ROUNDEDCORNERS',[6,6,6,6]),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 7),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 7),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('RIGHTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOX', (0,0), (-1,-1), 1, WHITE),
]))
return t
def arrow_cell(s):
return Paragraph("▼", s['flow_arrow'])
# ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
# SECTIONS
# ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
def build_cover(elements, s, paths):
elements.append(Spacer(1, 1.6*cm))
title_t = Table([[Paragraph("CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM", s['cover_title'])]],
colWidths=['100%'])
title_t.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,-1), DARK_RED),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 20),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 8),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 14),
]))
elements.append(title_t)
sub_t = Table([[Paragraph("CVS Anatomy & Physiology — Comprehensive Reference", s['cover_sub'])]],
colWidths=['100%'])
sub_t.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,-1), CRIMSON),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 10),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 12),
]))
elements.append(sub_t)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))
# Two diagrams side by side on cover
p = paths
if os.path.exists(p['heart_anatomy']) and os.path.exists(p['circulation']):
img1 = RLImage(p['heart_anatomy'], width=8.5*cm, height=7*cm)
img2 = RLImage(p['circulation'], width=8.5*cm, height=7*cm)
cov_img = Table([[img1, img2]], colWidths=[9*cm, 9*cm])
cov_img.setStyle(TableStyle([
('ALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'CENTER'),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 4),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 4),
]))
elements.append(cov_img)
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Fig. A — Heart Internal Anatomy (chambers, valves, vessels) "
"Fig. B — Dual Circulation (pulmonary & systemic loops)",
s['caption']))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))
tag_t = Table([[Paragraph(
"Covers: Heart Anatomy · Chambers & Valves · Conduction System · Cardiac Cycle · "
"Cardiac Output · Frank-Starling Law · Blood Pressure Regulation · "
"Blood Vessels · Coronary Circulation · Clinical Correlates",
s['cover_tag'])]], colWidths=['100%'])
tag_t.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,-1), LIGHT_BLUE),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 10),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 10),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 16),
('RIGHTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 16),
]))
elements.append(tag_t)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
info_box(elements,
"<b>Sources:</b> Guyton & Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology 14e | "
"Barash Clinical Anesthesia 9e | Sabiston Textbook of Surgery | "
"Costanzo Physiology 7e | Goldman-Cecil Medicine",
LIGHT_GRAY, s, MED_GRAY)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_toc(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("TABLE OF CONTENTS", DEEP_BLUE))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))
toc = [
("1", "Overview of the Cardiovascular System", "3"),
("2", "Heart Anatomy — Chambers, Layers & Valves", "4"),
("3", "Cardiac Conduction System & ECG", "6"),
("4", "Cardiac Cycle — Systole & Diastole", "8"),
("5", "Cardiac Output, Preload, Afterload & Contractility", "10"),
("6", "Frank-Starling Law & Starling Curves", "12"),
("7", "Blood Pressure — Regulation & Control", "13"),
("8", "Coronary Circulation & Myocardial Oxygen Demand", "15"),
("9", "Blood Vessels — Arteries, Veins, Capillaries", "16"),
("10", "Microcirculation & Capillary Exchange", "18"),
("11", "Regulation of Peripheral Resistance", "19"),
("12", "Cardiac Muscle Physiology & Excitation-Contraction", "20"),
("13", "Special Circulations (Pulmonary, Renal, Cerebral)", "22"),
("14", "Clinical Correlates & Cardiovascular Disease", "23"),
("15", "Quick-Reference Tables & Normal Values", "25"),
]
rows = []
for num, title, pg in toc:
rows.append([
Paragraph(f"<b>{num}.</b>", s['toc_num']),
Paragraph(title, s['toc_title']),
Paragraph(pg, s['toc_pg']),
])
tt = Table(rows, colWidths=[1*cm, 13.5*cm, 1.5*cm])
tt.setStyle(TableStyle([
('ROWBACKGROUNDS', (0,0), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_GRAY]),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 8),
('BOX', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, MED_GRAY),
('LINEABOVE', (0,0), (-1,0), 1.5, DARK_RED),
('LINEBELOW', (0,-1),(-1,-1), 1, DARK_RED),
]))
elements.append(tt)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_overview(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("1. OVERVIEW OF THE CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"The cardiovascular system (CVS) is a closed circulatory network comprising the "
"<b>heart</b> (pump), <b>blood vessels</b> (conduit), and <b>blood</b> (transport medium). "
"Its primary function is to deliver oxygen and nutrients to tissues and remove metabolic "
"waste products including CO₂. The adult heart pumps approximately <b>5 L/min at rest</b> "
"and can increase output up to 25 L/min during vigorous exercise.",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Primary Functions", s['h2']))
funcs = [
("Oxygen & Nutrient Delivery", "Circulates oxygenated blood from lungs to all body tissues via systemic circulation"),
("Waste Removal", "Returns deoxygenated blood and CO₂ from tissues to lungs for gas exchange"),
("Hormone Transport", "Carries hormones from endocrine glands to target organs"),
("Temperature Regulation", "Redistributes body heat; vasodilation/vasoconstriction controls heat loss"),
("Immune Defense", "Transports white blood cells, antibodies, and complement proteins"),
("Hemostasis", "Delivers clotting factors and platelets to sites of vascular injury"),
("pH Regulation", "Works with kidneys and lungs to maintain blood pH 7.35–7.45"),
]
fd = [[Paragraph("<b>Function</b>", s['th']), Paragraph("<b>Mechanism</b>", s['th'])]]
for f, m in funcs:
fd.append([Paragraph(f"<b>{f}</b>", s['td']), Paragraph(m, s['td'])])
ft = std_table(fd, [4.5*cm, 11.5*cm], DARK_RED, LIGHT_RED, s)
elements.append(ft)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("The Two Circulations", s['h2']))
info_box(elements,
"<b>Pulmonary Circulation:</b> Right ventricle → Pulmonary artery → Lungs (gas exchange) → "
"Pulmonary veins → Left atrium. Low-pressure, low-resistance circuit (mean PAP ~15 mmHg).<br/><br/>"
"<b>Systemic Circulation:</b> Left ventricle → Aorta → Arteries → Arterioles → Capillaries "
"→ Venules → Veins → Superior/Inferior vena cava → Right atrium. High-pressure, high-resistance "
"circuit (MAP ~95 mmHg).",
LIGHT_BLUE, s, ACCENT_BLUE)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_heart_anatomy(elements, s, paths):
elements.append(SectionBanner("2. HEART ANATOMY — CHAMBERS, LAYERS & VALVES"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
place_image(elements, paths['heart_anatomy'], 13, 10,
"Figure 1. Internal anatomy of the heart showing all four chambers, valves, "
"and major blood vessels (Guyton & Hall Medical Physiology 14e)", s)
elements.append(Paragraph("Heart Position & Size", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"The heart is a cone-shaped, hollow muscular organ located in the <b>mediastinum</b>, "
"within the pericardial sac. It lies obliquely, with the apex pointing left and downward "
"(5th intercostal space, midclavicular line). In an adult, the heart weighs approximately "
"<b>250–350 g</b> and measures ~12 cm long, 9 cm wide, and 6 cm deep.",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Wall Layers (from outside in)", s['h2']))
layers = [
[Paragraph("<b>Layer</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Composition</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Function</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Pericardium", s['td']),
Paragraph("Fibrous outer sac + parietal & visceral serous layers; 15–50 mL pericardial fluid", s['td']),
Paragraph("Protection, lubrication, anchoring; limits acute cardiac dilatation", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Epicardium (visceral pericardium)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Serous membrane; contains coronary arteries & fat", s['td']),
Paragraph("Outer heart surface; houses coronary vasculature", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Myocardium", s['td']),
Paragraph("Cardiac muscle fibers arranged in spiral layers; intercalated discs with gap junctions", s['td']),
Paragraph("Pumping function; syncytial contraction; thickest in LV (1–1.5 cm)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Endocardium", s['td']),
Paragraph("Thin endothelial lining of chambers and valves", s['td']),
Paragraph("Smooth blood-contacting surface; prevents thrombosis", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(layers, [3.5*cm, 6.5*cm, 6*cm], TEAL, LIGHT_TEAL, s))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("The Four Chambers", s['h2']))
chambers = [
[Paragraph("<b>Chamber</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Wall Thickness</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Receives Blood From</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Ejects Blood To</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Normal Pressure</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Right Atrium (RA)", s['td']), Paragraph("~2 mm", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("SVC, IVC, coronary sinus", s['td']),
Paragraph("Right ventricle (via tricuspid valve)", s['td']),
Paragraph("2–8 mmHg (CVP)", s['td_c'])],
[Paragraph("Right Ventricle (RV)", s['td']), Paragraph("~3–5 mm", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Right atrium", s['td']),
Paragraph("Pulmonary artery (via pulmonic valve)", s['td']),
Paragraph("15–30/0–8 mmHg", s['td_c'])],
[Paragraph("Left Atrium (LA)", s['td']), Paragraph("~3 mm", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("4 pulmonary veins (oxygenated blood)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Left ventricle (via mitral valve)", s['td']),
Paragraph("6–12 mmHg (PCWP)", s['td_c'])],
[Paragraph("Left Ventricle (LV)", s['td']), Paragraph("~8–12 mm", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Left atrium", s['td']),
Paragraph("Aorta (via aortic valve)", s['td']),
Paragraph("120/5–12 mmHg", s['td_c'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(chambers,
[3.5*cm, 2.2*cm, 3.5*cm, 3.8*cm, 3*cm], DEEP_BLUE, LIGHT_BLUE, s))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Heart Valves", s['h2']))
valves = [
[Paragraph("<b>Valve</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Type</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Location</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Opens When</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Prevents Backflow To</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Tricuspid", s['td']), Paragraph("AV (3 leaflets)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("RA–RV junction", s['td']),
Paragraph("RA pressure > RV (diastole)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Right atrium", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Pulmonary (Pulmonic)", s['td']), Paragraph("Semilunar (3 cusps)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("RV outflow to pulmonary artery", s['td']),
Paragraph("RV pressure > PA (systole)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Right ventricle", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Mitral (Bicuspid)", s['td']), Paragraph("AV (2 leaflets)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("LA–LV junction", s['td']),
Paragraph("LA pressure > LV (diastole)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Left atrium", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Aortic", s['td']), Paragraph("Semilunar (3 cusps)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("LV outflow to aorta", s['td']),
Paragraph("LV pressure > Aortic (systole)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Left ventricle", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(valves,
[2.8*cm, 3*cm, 3.5*cm, 3.7*cm, 3*cm], CRIMSON, LIGHT_RED, s))
info_box(elements,
"<b>Barash Clinical Anesthesia 9e:</b> The pulmonic and aortic valves are trileaflet structures "
"at the RV and LV outlets that operate passively with changes in hydraulic pressure from ejection. "
"The sinuses of Valsalva (proximal aortic root) prevent leaflet adherence to the aortic wall "
"by forming hydraulic eddy currents — ensuring coronary ostia remain unobstructed.",
LIGHT_ORANGE, s, ORANGE)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_conduction(elements, s, paths):
elements.append(SectionBanner("3. CARDIAC CONDUCTION SYSTEM & ECG"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
place_image(elements, paths['conduction_ecg'], 14.5, 9,
"Figure 2. Cardiac conduction system (SA node → AV node → Bundle of His → "
"Purkinje fibers) and the corresponding surface ECG waveform", s)
elements.append(Paragraph("Components of the Conduction System", s['h2']))
cond = [
[Paragraph("<b>Structure</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Location</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Intrinsic Rate</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Function</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("SA Node (Sinoatrial)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Superior lateral wall of right atrium, near SVC", s['td']),
Paragraph("60–100 bpm\n(Dominant pacemaker)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Primary pacemaker; initiates each cardiac cycle; influenced by sympathetic (+) and vagal (-) input", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("AV Node (Atrioventricular)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Inferior interatrial septum, above tricuspid valve (Koch's triangle)", s['td']),
Paragraph("40–60 bpm\n(Backup pacemaker)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Delays impulse 0.1 s — allows atrial contraction before ventricular contraction; "
"filters rapid atrial rhythms (AF, AFL)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Bundle of His", s['td']),
Paragraph("Interventricular septum (below AV node)", s['td']),
Paragraph("N/A (conduction)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Carries impulse from AV node to bundle branches", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Right & Left Bundle Branches", s['td']),
Paragraph("Along both sides of interventricular septum", s['td']),
Paragraph("N/A (conduction)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Distribute impulse to respective ventricles; left bundle divides into anterior and posterior fascicles", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Purkinje Fibers", s['td']),
Paragraph("Subendocardial layer throughout both ventricles", s['td']),
Paragraph("20–40 bpm\n(Tertiary pacemaker)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Rapid impulse spread across ventricular myocardium → simultaneous contraction; "
"conduction velocity 2–4 m/s (fastest in heart)", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(cond, [3.2*cm, 4*cm, 2.5*cm, 6.3*cm], TEAL, LIGHT_TEAL, s))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("ECG Waveform Components", s['h2']))
ecg = [
[Paragraph("<b>Wave/Interval</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Normal Duration</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Normal Amplitude</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Represents</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("P Wave", s['td']), Paragraph("< 0.12 s (3 small sq)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("< 2.5 mm", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Atrial depolarization (SA node → atria)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("PR Interval", s['td']), Paragraph("0.12–0.20 s", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("—", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Time from atrial depolarization to ventricular depolarization (AV node delay)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("QRS Complex", s['td']), Paragraph("0.06–0.10 s", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("5–25 mm", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Ventricular depolarization (rapid) + simultaneous atrial repolarization (hidden)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("ST Segment", s['td']), Paragraph("Isoelectric (variable)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("±1 mm (limb leads)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Ventricular plateau phase (phase 2 of action potential); ST elevation = STEMI", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("T Wave", s['td']), Paragraph("0.16 s", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("≤ 5 mm (limb); ≤ 10 mm (precordial)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Ventricular repolarization (phase 3)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("QT Interval", s['td']), Paragraph("0.35–0.45 s (rate-corrected)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("—", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Total ventricular electrical activity (depol + repol); prolonged QTc → Torsades risk", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(ecg, [3*cm, 3*cm, 3.5*cm, 6.5*cm], DEEP_BLUE, LIGHT_BLUE, s))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
info_box(elements,
"<b>Guyton & Hall 14e:</b> The heart's rhythm is controlled by pacemaker cells. The primary node "
"is the SA node, influenced by sympathetic stimulation (positive chronotropy) from T1–T4 spinal "
"levels, and by parasympathetic stimulation (negative chronotropy) via the vagus nerve. "
"Escape pacemakers activate in order: atria → AV node (40–60 bpm) → ventricles (20–40 bpm) "
"if the SA node fails.",
LIGHT_GOLD, s, GOLD)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_cardiac_cycle(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("4. CARDIAC CYCLE — SYSTOLE & DIASTOLE"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"The cardiac cycle encompasses all events from the beginning of one heartbeat to the "
"beginning of the next. At 75 bpm, one complete cycle takes <b>0.8 seconds</b>: "
"systole (0.3 s) + diastole (0.5 s). <i>(Guyton & Hall 14e, p.126)</i>",
s['body']))
# Phases flowchart
elements.append(Paragraph("Phases of the Cardiac Cycle (Left Ventricle)", s['h2']))
phases = [
("Isovolumetric Contraction", MID_BLUE,
"LV pressure rises; all valves closed; no volume change\nLV pressure: ~0 → 80 mmHg"),
("Rapid Ejection", DARK_RED,
"Aortic valve opens (LV > Aorta); ~70% SV ejected rapidly\nLV pressure: 80 → 120 mmHg"),
("Reduced Ejection", CRIMSON,
"Continued ejection as LV pressure falls; ~30% SV ejected\nLV pressure: 120 → 100 mmHg"),
("Isovolumetric Relaxation", TEAL,
"Aortic valve closes (dicrotic notch); all valves closed; LV relaxes\nLV pressure: 100 → 8 mmHg"),
("Rapid Filling (Early Diastole)", DEEP_BLUE,
"Mitral valve opens; blood rushes from LA to LV; ~75% filling\nLV volume increases rapidly"),
("Reduced Filling (Diastasis)", MID_BLUE,
"Passive filling slows as pressures equalize\nLV volume increases slowly"),
("Atrial Systole (Atrial Kick)", ORANGE,
"SA node fires; atrial contraction provides final 20–25% LV filling\nCritical at high heart rates"),
]
fc_rows = []
for phase, color, desc in phases:
row_box = Table([
[Paragraph(f"<b>{phase}</b>", ParagraphStyle('ph', fontSize=9, fontName='Helvetica-Bold',
textColor=WHITE, alignment=TA_CENTER)),
Paragraph(desc, ParagraphStyle('pd', fontSize=8.5, fontName='Helvetica',
textColor=WHITE, alignment=TA_LEFT, leading=12))]
], colWidths=[5*cm, 11*cm])
row_box.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,-1), color),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 7),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 7),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 8),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'MIDDLE'),
]))
fc_rows.append(row_box)
for i, row in enumerate(fc_rows):
elements.append(row)
if i < len(fc_rows) - 1:
elements.append(Paragraph("▼", ParagraphStyle('arr', fontSize=13,
fontName='Helvetica-Bold', textColor=BLOOD_RED, alignment=TA_CENTER)))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Heart Sounds", s['h2']))
sounds = [
[Paragraph("<b>Sound</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Timing</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Cause</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Clinical Note</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("S1 (\"Lub\")", s['td']), Paragraph("Start of systole", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Closure of mitral and tricuspid valves", s['td']),
Paragraph("Loudest at cardiac apex; loud S1 in MS (stenosis increases valve velocity)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("S2 (\"Dub\")", s['td']), Paragraph("End of systole", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Closure of aortic and pulmonic valves; dicrotic notch", s['td']),
Paragraph("Splits on inspiration (A2 before P2); fixed split in ASD", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("S3 (\"Kentucky\")", s['td']), Paragraph("Early diastole", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Turbulent rapid ventricular filling (ventricular gallop)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Normal in children/athletes; pathological in HF, MR, VSD in adults", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("S4 (\"Tennessee\")", s['td']), Paragraph("Late diastole (pre-systole)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Atrial contraction against stiff ventricle (atrial gallop)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Always abnormal; indicates reduced LV compliance: LVH, ischemia, HTN", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(sounds, [2.5*cm, 2.5*cm, 4.5*cm, 6.5*cm], DARK_RED, LIGHT_RED, s))
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_cardiac_output(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("5. CARDIAC OUTPUT, PRELOAD, AFTERLOAD & CONTRACTILITY"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Cardiac Output (CO)", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Cardiac output is the volume of blood ejected by the heart per minute. "
"It is the fundamental measure of cardiac pump performance.",
s['body']))
formula_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>CO = HR × SV</b>", ParagraphStyle('form', fontSize=14,
fontName='Helvetica-Bold', textColor=DARK_RED, alignment=TA_CENTER))],
[Paragraph(
"CO = Cardiac Output (normal: <b>4–6 L/min</b> at rest) | "
"HR = Heart Rate (60–100 bpm) | "
"SV = Stroke Volume (normal: <b>60–80 mL/beat</b>)",
ParagraphStyle('fd', fontSize=9, fontName='Helvetica', textColor=DARK_GRAY,
alignment=TA_CENTER))],
]
ft = Table(formula_data, colWidths=['100%'])
ft.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,-1), LIGHT_RED),
('BOX', (0,0), (-1,-1), 2, DARK_RED),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 10),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 8),
('ALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'CENTER'),
]))
elements.append(ft)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Derived Parameters", s['h3']))
derived = [
[Paragraph("<b>Parameter</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Formula</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Normal Value</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Clinical Use</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Cardiac Index (CI)", s['td']),
Paragraph("CI = CO / BSA", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("2.5–4.0 L/min/m²", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Normalizes CO for body size; <2.2 = cardiogenic shock", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Stroke Volume (SV)", s['td']),
Paragraph("SV = CO / HR", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("60–80 mL", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Reflects pump effectiveness per beat", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Ejection Fraction (EF)", s['td']),
Paragraph("EF = SV / EDV × 100%", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("55–70%", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Most used index of LV systolic function; EF < 40% = HFrEF", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("SVR (Systemic Vascular Resistance)", s['td']),
Paragraph("SVR = (MAP – CVP) / CO × 80", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("800–1200 dyne·s/cm⁵", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Afterload of LV; elevated in HTN, cardiogenic shock; low in sepsis", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("PVR (Pulmonary Vascular Resistance)", s['td']),
Paragraph("PVR = (MPAP – PCWP) / CO × 80", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("< 250 dyne·s/cm⁵", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Afterload of RV; elevated in pulmonary HTN, PE, ARDS", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Oxygen Delivery (DO₂)", s['td']),
Paragraph("DO₂ = CO × (Hb × 1.34 × SaO₂ + 0.003 × PaO₂)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("~1000 mL O₂/min", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Ultimate goal of cardiovascular system (Sabiston)", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(derived, [3.5*cm, 4*cm, 3*cm, 5.5*cm], DEEP_BLUE, LIGHT_BLUE, s))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Determinants of Stroke Volume", s['h2']))
sv_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>Determinant</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Definition</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Measured By</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>SV Effect</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Preload", s['td']),
Paragraph("Ventricular wall tension at end-diastole; reflects end-diastolic volume (EDV)", s['td']),
Paragraph("CVP (right), PCWP (left), EDV on echo", s['td']),
Paragraph("↑ Preload → ↑ SV (Frank-Starling)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Afterload", s['td']),
Paragraph("Resistance the ventricle must overcome during ejection; wall stress during systole", s['td']),
Paragraph("SVR (LV), PVR (RV), MAP, aortic compliance", s['td']),
Paragraph("↑ Afterload → ↓ SV (normal heart); worsens HF", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Contractility (Inotropy)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Intrinsic force of myocardial contraction independent of preload and afterload", s['td']),
Paragraph("EF, dP/dt max, ESPVR slope", s['td']),
Paragraph("↑ Contractility → ↑ SV at any given preload/afterload", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(sv_data, [3*cm, 5.5*cm, 4*cm, 3.5*cm], TEAL, LIGHT_TEAL, s))
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_frank_starling(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("6. FRANK-STARLING LAW & STARLING CURVES"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"The Frank-Starling Law states that <b>the force of cardiac contraction is directly "
"proportional to the initial length of the cardiac muscle fiber</b> (i.e., the "
"end-diastolic volume). As the ventricle fills with more blood, it contracts more "
"forcefully, ejecting a greater stroke volume. This intrinsic mechanism allows the "
"heart to automatically match output to venous return, keeping both ventricles "
"synchronized without neurohormonal intervention.",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Mechanism", s['h3']))
mech = [
"Greater fiber stretch → more optimal overlap of actin and myosin → increased calcium sensitivity of troponin C",
"Sarcomere length 2.0–2.4 µm is optimal for cross-bridge formation",
"Increased EDV → increased preload → increased force of contraction",
"The right and left ventricles are automatically balanced: RV output ↑ → LA filling ↑ → LV EDV ↑ → LV output ↑",
]
for m in mech:
elements.append(Paragraph(f"• {m}", s['bullet']))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
# Starling curve represented as ASCII-style table
elements.append(Paragraph("Starling Curve — Cardiac Performance States", s['h2']))
sc_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>Cardiac State</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Curve Position</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>SV Response to ↑Preload</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Clinical Examples</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Hypercontractile\n(Sympathetic stimulation)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Shifted UP & LEFT", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("High SV at lower EDV; steep ascending limb", s['td']),
Paragraph("Exercise, catecholamine surge, inotropes (dobutamine)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Normal", s['td']),
Paragraph("Baseline", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Moderate increase in SV with preload increase", s['td']),
Paragraph("Resting healthy adult", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Hypocontractile\n(Heart failure)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Shifted DOWN & RIGHT", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Flat curve; SV barely increases with filling; plateau reached early", s['td']),
Paragraph("Dilated cardiomyopathy, post-MI systolic HF, septic cardiomyopathy", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Descending limb\n(Acute decompensation)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Descending portion", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Further filling DECREASES SV — ventricular over-distension", s['td']),
Paragraph("Acute severe HF; excessive fluid loading", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(sc_data, [4.5*cm, 3*cm, 4.5*cm, 4*cm], CRIMSON, LIGHT_RED, s))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
info_box(elements,
"<b>Laplace's Law (Barash 9e):</b> Wall Stress (σ) = (Pressure × Radius) / (2 × Wall Thickness). "
"As ventricular radius increases (dilated heart), wall stress increases for the same pressure — "
"explaining why dilated failing hearts face a greater oxygen demand (increased afterload) "
"and why concentric hypertrophy (↑ wall thickness) is a compensatory mechanism to normalize wall stress.",
LIGHT_PURPLE, s, PURPLE)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_blood_pressure(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("7. BLOOD PRESSURE — REGULATION & CONTROL"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Blood Pressure Basics", s['h2']))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Blood pressure is the force exerted by circulating blood against vessel walls. "
"It is governed by the equation: <b>BP = CO × SVR</b> (cardiac output × systemic vascular resistance). "
"Normal adult BP: <b>120/80 mmHg</b>. MAP (mean arterial pressure) = DBP + 1/3 (PP), "
"where PP = pulse pressure = SBP − DBP. Normal MAP: 70–105 mmHg.",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Regulation Systems (Flowchart)", s['h2']))
# Regulatory mechanisms as stacked info blocks
reg_systems = [
("SHORT-TERM (Seconds–Minutes)", DARK_RED, [
"Baroreceptor Reflex (most rapid): Carotid sinus (CN IX) & aortic arch (CN X) → NTS → medulla → "
"sympathetic/parasympathetic modulation of HR, contractility, vasomotor tone",
"Chemoreceptor Reflex: O₂ ↓ or CO₂ ↑ → peripheral (carotid/aortic bodies) & central chemoreceptors "
"→ ↑ respiratory rate + ↑ sympathetic tone → ↑ BP",
"CNS Ischemic Response (Cushing reflex): Extreme brain ischemia → massive sympathetic discharge "
"→ severe hypertension → reflex bradycardia (Cushing triad: ↑BP, bradycardia, irregular respiration)",
]),
("INTERMEDIATE (Minutes–Hours)", MID_BLUE, [
"Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System (RAAS): ↓ renal perfusion → renin → angiotensin I → ACE → "
"Angiotensin II → vasoconstriction (AT1) + aldosterone release → Na/H₂O retention → ↑ blood volume",
"Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH/Vasopressin): Released from posterior pituitary in response to ↓ BP "
"or ↑ plasma osmolality → water retention + vasoconstriction (V1 receptors)",
"Stress Relaxation of Vessels: Vessels slowly adjust tension in response to sustained pressure changes",
]),
("LONG-TERM (Days–Weeks)", TEAL, [
"Renal-Body Fluid Pressure Control: Primary long-term regulator — kidneys adjust sodium and water "
"excretion to control blood volume; pressure natriuresis; aldosterone escape",
"Atrial Natriuretic Peptide (ANP) / BNP: Released from atria/ventricles in response to volume overload "
"→ vasodilation + ↑ sodium excretion → ↓ blood volume and pressure",
"Structural Vascular Remodeling: Chronic hypertension causes wall hypertrophy, ↑ wall:lumen ratio → "
"normalizes wall stress but fixes elevated BP",
]),
]
for title, color, points in reg_systems:
title_t = Table([[Paragraph(f"<b>{title}</b>", ParagraphStyle('regt',
fontSize=10, fontName='Helvetica-Bold', textColor=WHITE, alignment=TA_LEFT))]],
colWidths=['100%'])
title_t.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,-1), color),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 7),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 7),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 10),
]))
elements.append(title_t)
for pt in points:
elements.append(Paragraph(f"• {pt}", s['bullet']))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 5))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Blood Pressure Classification (JNC/ACC/AHA)", s['h2']))
bp_cat = [
[Paragraph("<b>Category</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Systolic (mmHg)</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Diastolic (mmHg)</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Action</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Normal", s['td']), Paragraph("< 120", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("< 80", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Maintain healthy lifestyle", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Elevated", s['td']), Paragraph("120–129", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("< 80", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Lifestyle modifications", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Stage 1 Hypertension", s['td']), Paragraph("130–139", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("80–89", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Lifestyle ± antihypertensives if ASCVD risk ≥10%", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Stage 2 Hypertension", s['td']), Paragraph("≥ 140", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("≥ 90", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Antihypertensive therapy + lifestyle modifications", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Hypertensive Crisis", s['td']), Paragraph("≥ 180", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("≥ 120", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Emergency evaluation; IV antihypertensives if organ damage", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Hypotension / Shock", s['td']), Paragraph("< 90", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("< 60", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Volume resuscitation, vasopressors, identify/treat underlying cause", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(bp_cat, [4*cm, 3.5*cm, 3.5*cm, 5*cm], DARK_RED, LIGHT_RED, s))
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_coronary(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("8. CORONARY CIRCULATION & MYOCARDIAL OXYGEN DEMAND"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Coronary Anatomy", s['h2']))
cor_anat = [
[Paragraph("<b>Vessel</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Origin</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Territory Supplied</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Key Branch</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Left Coronary Artery (LCA)\n→ Left Main (LMCA)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Left aortic sinus of Valsalva", s['td']),
Paragraph("~75% of myocardium in right-dominant circulation", s['td']),
Paragraph("Bifurcates into LAD + LCx", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Left Anterior Descending (LAD)\n\"Widow Maker\"", s['td']),
Paragraph("Left main", s['td']),
Paragraph("Anterior LV wall, anterior septum, apex, anterior papillary muscle, Bundle branches", s['td']),
Paragraph("Diagonal branches, Septal perforators", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Left Circumflex (LCx)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Left main", s['td']),
Paragraph("Lateral & posterior LV wall; SA node (in 40%); LA", s['td']),
Paragraph("Obtuse marginal (OM) branches", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Right Coronary Artery (RCA)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Right aortic sinus of Valsalva", s['td']),
Paragraph("RA, RV, inferior LV (in right-dominant), AV node (90%), SA node (60%)", s['td']),
Paragraph("PDA (posterior descending artery), RV marginal", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(cor_anat, [3.5*cm, 3.5*cm, 5*cm, 4*cm], CRIMSON, LIGHT_RED, s))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
info_box(elements,
"<b>Dominance:</b> Right-dominant (85%): RCA gives PDA. Left-dominant (8%): LCx gives PDA. "
"Co-dominant (7%): both RCA and LCx give branches to posterior wall. "
"Coronary blood flow occurs primarily during <b>diastole</b> for the LV because systolic "
"myocardial compression occludes subendocardial vessels. The RV is perfused in both systole and diastole.",
LIGHT_ORANGE, s, ORANGE)
elements.append(Paragraph("Myocardial Oxygen Supply vs. Demand", s['h2']))
o2_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>O₂ Supply Factors</b>", ParagraphStyle('sf', fontSize=9.5,
fontName='Helvetica-Bold', textColor=TEAL)),
Paragraph("<b>O₂ Demand Factors</b>", ParagraphStyle('df', fontSize=9.5,
fontName='Helvetica-Bold', textColor=DARK_RED))],
[Paragraph("• Coronary blood flow (↑ in diastole)\n• Diastolic duration (HR-dependent)\n"
"• Arterial O₂ content (Hb × SaO₂)\n• Coronary perfusion pressure (DBP − LVEDP)\n"
"• Collateral circulation\n• Vasodilator reserve (adenosine, NO, KATP channels)", s['body']),
Paragraph("• Heart rate (most important — ↑HR ↓diastolic time)\n"
"• Ventricular wall tension (Laplace: ↑radius or ↑pressure)\n"
"• Contractility (inotropy)\n• Stroke work = SV × MAP\n"
"• LV hypertrophy (↑muscle mass = ↑O₂ consumption)", s['body'])],
]
o2_t = Table(o2_data, colWidths=[8*cm, 8*cm])
o2_t.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (0,0), LIGHT_TEAL),
('BACKGROUND', (1,0), (1,0), LIGHT_RED),
('BACKGROUND', (0,1), (0,1), LIGHT_TEAL),
('BACKGROUND', (1,1), (1,1), LIGHT_RED),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.5, MED_GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 8),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 8),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 8),
('VALIGN', (0,0), (-1,-1), 'TOP'),
]))
elements.append(o2_t)
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_blood_vessels(elements, s, paths):
elements.append(SectionBanner("9. BLOOD VESSELS — ARTERIES, VEINS & CAPILLARIES"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
place_image(elements, paths['blood_vessels'], 14, 8,
"Figure 3. Comparative wall structure: Artery (thick tunica media), "
"Vein (valves, thin wall), and Capillary (single endothelial layer)", s)
elements.append(Paragraph("Vessel Wall Layers", s['h2']))
layers = [
[Paragraph("<b>Layer</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Composition</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Function</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Tunica Intima\n(innermost)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Single endothelial cell layer + subendothelial connective tissue + internal elastic lamina", s['td']),
Paragraph("Blood-contacting surface; prevents thrombosis (NO, prostacyclin); "
"regulates vascular tone via paracrine factors; site of atherosclerosis initiation", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Tunica Media\n(middle)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Smooth muscle cells, elastic fibers, collagen. "
"Thickest in elastic arteries; moderate in muscular arteries; thin in veins", s['td']),
Paragraph("Vasoconstriction/vasodilation (controls resistance); "
"elastic recoil in aorta creates Windkessel effect to maintain diastolic pressure", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Tunica Adventitia\n(outermost)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Dense irregular connective tissue; collagen & elastin; vasa vasorum (nutrient vessels); nervi vasorum", s['td']),
Paragraph("Structural support; anchors vessel to surrounding tissue; "
"innervation controls vasomotor tone", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(layers, [3*cm, 6*cm, 7*cm], DEEP_BLUE, LIGHT_BLUE, s))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph("Classification of Blood Vessels", s['h2']))
vessels = [
[Paragraph("<b>Vessel Type</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Examples</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Diameter</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Primary Role</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Key Feature</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Elastic (Conducting) Arteries", s['td']),
Paragraph("Aorta, pulmonary artery, brachiocephalic", s['td']),
Paragraph("> 10 mm", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Conduct blood from heart; dampens pulse pressure (Windkessel)", s['td']),
Paragraph("High elastic fiber content in media", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Muscular (Distributing) Arteries", s['td']),
Paragraph("Coronary, femoral, cerebral, renal, mesenteric", s['td']),
Paragraph("0.3–10 mm", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Distribute blood to organs; active vasomotion", s['td']),
Paragraph("Prominent smooth muscle; internal elastic lamina", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Arterioles", s['td']),
Paragraph("Terminal arterioles, metarterioles", s['td']),
Paragraph("10–100 µm", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("<b>Major resistance vessels</b> — control blood flow to capillary beds", s['td']),
Paragraph("1–2 layers smooth muscle; controlled by ANS, metabolites, hormones", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Capillaries", s['td']),
Paragraph("Continuous, fenestrated, sinusoidal subtypes", s['td']),
Paragraph("4–10 µm", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Exchange: O₂, CO₂, nutrients, waste between blood and interstitium", s['td']),
Paragraph("Single endothelial cell layer; pericytes; no smooth muscle", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Venules", s['td']),
Paragraph("Post-capillary venules, collecting venules", s['td']),
Paragraph("10–100 µm", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Collect blood from capillaries; leukocyte extravasation site", s['td']),
Paragraph("Thin wall; high permeability in inflammation", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Veins", s['td']),
Paragraph("Saphenous, femoral, jugular, portal, vena cava", s['td']),
Paragraph("0.1–30 mm", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("<b>Capacitance vessels</b> — hold 65–70% of blood volume at low pressure", s['td']),
Paragraph("Thin walls; bicuspid venous valves; large lumen; vasa vasorum", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(vessels, [3*cm, 3*cm, 2*cm, 5*cm, 3*cm], TEAL, LIGHT_TEAL, s))
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_microcirculation(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("10. MICROCIRCULATION & CAPILLARY EXCHANGE"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"The microcirculation encompasses arterioles, capillaries, and venules. "
"It is the site of nutrient and gas exchange between blood and tissues. "
"The <b>Starling forces</b> govern fluid exchange across capillary walls.",
s['body']))
elements.append(Paragraph("Starling Forces — Fluid Movement Across Capillary", s['h2']))
info_box(elements,
"<b>Net Filtration Pressure = (Pc + πi) − (Pi + πc)</b><br/><br/>"
"Pc = Capillary hydrostatic pressure (pushes fluid OUT) — ~35 mmHg (arterial end), ~15 mmHg (venous end)<br/>"
"πc = Plasma oncotic pressure (pulls fluid IN) — ~25 mmHg (albumin and proteins)<br/>"
"Pi = Interstitial hydrostatic pressure (pushes fluid IN) — slightly negative (−3 mmHg)<br/>"
"πi = Interstitial oncotic pressure (pulls fluid OUT) — ~8 mmHg<br/><br/>"
"At arterial end: Net outward filtration (~+10 mmHg) → fluid leaves capillary<br/>"
"At venous end: Net inward absorption (~−7 mmHg) → fluid re-enters capillary<br/>"
"Remaining fluid (10–15% of filtered) → returned by <b>lymphatics</b> to circulation",
LIGHT_BLUE, s, MID_BLUE)
elements.append(Paragraph("Types of Capillaries", s['h3']))
cap_types = [
[Paragraph("<b>Type</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Pore Structure</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Location</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Permeability</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Continuous", s['td']),
Paragraph("Tight junctions; minimal intercellular clefts", s['td']),
Paragraph("Muscle, lung, skin, CNS (BBB)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Low; restricts large molecules; BBB very selective", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Fenestrated", s['td']),
Paragraph("Transcellular pores (fenestrae) covered by thin diaphragm", s['td']),
Paragraph("Kidney glomeruli, intestinal villi, endocrine glands, choroid plexus", s['td']),
Paragraph("Moderate-high; allows rapid fluid/small molecule exchange", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Sinusoidal (Discontinuous)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Large gaps between endothelial cells; discontinuous basement membrane", s['td']),
Paragraph("Liver, spleen, bone marrow, adrenal cortex", s['td']),
Paragraph("Very high; allows proteins and blood cells to pass", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(cap_types, [3*cm, 4.5*cm, 4.5*cm, 4*cm], ORANGE, LIGHT_ORANGE, s))
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_peripheral_resistance(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("11. REGULATION OF PERIPHERAL RESISTANCE"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
elements.append(Paragraph(
"Vascular resistance is primarily determined by arteriolar diameter. "
"Poiseuille's Law: <b>Resistance ∝ 1/r⁴</b> — small changes in arteriolar radius cause "
"large changes in resistance and flow. Three mechanisms regulate vascular tone:",
s['body']))
reg_data = [
[Paragraph("<b>Mechanism</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Vasodilators</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Vasoconstrictors</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Primary Site</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Myogenic (Local pressure)", s['td']),
Paragraph("↓ transmural pressure → relaxation", s['td']),
Paragraph("↑ transmural pressure → contraction", s['td']),
Paragraph("Cerebral, renal arterioles (autoregulation)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Metabolic (Local)", s['td']),
Paragraph("↓O₂, ↑CO₂, ↑H⁺, ↑K⁺, ↑adenosine, ↑lactate, ↑NO", s['td']),
Paragraph("↑O₂ (hyperoxia), low metabolic activity", s['td']),
Paragraph("Skeletal muscle, heart, brain — matches flow to demand", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Neural (Autonomic)", s['td']),
Paragraph("β₂-adrenergic (Epi), parasympathetic (ACh via NO), VIP", s['td']),
Paragraph("α₁-adrenergic (NE), angiotensin II, vasopressin, endothelin-1", s['td']),
Paragraph("Most systemic arterioles; splanchnic, cutaneous beds", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Hormonal", s['td']),
Paragraph("ANP/BNP, prostacyclin (PGI₂), bradykinin, histamine (H₂)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Angiotensin II (AT1), vasopressin (V1), thromboxane A₂, endothelin-1", s['td']),
Paragraph("Systemic; often long-distance regulation", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(reg_data, [3.5*cm, 4.5*cm, 4.5*cm, 3.5*cm], PURPLE, LIGHT_PURPLE, s))
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_special_circulations(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("12. SPECIAL CIRCULATIONS"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
spec = [
("Pulmonary Circulation", DEEP_BLUE, [
("Normal PAP", "25/8 mmHg; mean ~15 mmHg (vs. systemic 120/80)"),
("Low resistance", "PVR ~1/10th of SVR; large vascular bed with high compliance"),
("Unique response", "Hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction (HPV) — opposite to systemic vessels; diverts blood from poorly ventilated alveoli"),
("Pulmonary HTN", "mPAP > 25 mmHg; causes RV pressure overload → RV hypertrophy → cor pulmonale"),
]),
("Cerebral Circulation", TEAL, [
("CBF", "~750 mL/min (~15% CO); brain consumes 20% of total body O₂"),
("Autoregulation", "Maintains constant CBF over MAP 60–150 mmHg via myogenic + metabolic mechanisms"),
("CO₂ reactivity", "↑ PaCO₂ → cerebral vasodilation (most potent); ↓ PaCO₂ → vasoconstriction (therapeutic in ↑ICP)"),
("Blood-Brain Barrier", "Tight junctions of cerebral capillaries + astrocyte end-feet; restricts most molecules except lipid-soluble drugs, O₂, CO₂, glucose, water"),
]),
("Renal Circulation", ORANGE, [
("Flow", "~1200 mL/min (~20–25% CO); highest flow per gram of any organ"),
("GFR", "~125 mL/min; controlled by afferent (Ang II constricts) and efferent arteriolar tone"),
("Autoregulation", "Maintained over MAP 80–180 mmHg; tubuloglomerular feedback via macula densa"),
("Juxtaglomerular apparatus", "Releases renin in response to ↓ renal perfusion → RAAS activation"),
]),
("Splanchnic Circulation", CRIMSON, [
("Flow", "~30% resting CO; enormous reservoir capacity"),
("Portal system", "Absorbs nutrients from GI tract → portal vein → liver (first-pass metabolism)"),
("Hepatic blood supply", "75% portal vein (nutrient-rich, low O₂) + 25% hepatic artery (oxygenated)"),
("Role in shock", "Splanchnic vasoconstriction redistributes blood to vital organs in hemorrhagic shock; prolonged ischemia → bacterial translocation"),
]),
]
for title, color, points in spec:
banner = Table([[Paragraph(f"<b>{title}</b>", ParagraphStyle('st', fontSize=10.5,
fontName='Helvetica-Bold', textColor=WHITE))]],
colWidths=['100%'])
banner.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,-1), color),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 6),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 10),
]))
elements.append(banner)
pdata = [[Paragraph("<b>Feature</b>", s['th']), Paragraph("<b>Detail</b>", s['th'])]]
for feat, detail in points:
pdata.append([Paragraph(feat, s['td']), Paragraph(detail, s['td'])])
pt = Table(pdata, colWidths=[4*cm, 12*cm])
pt.setStyle(TableStyle([
('BACKGROUND', (0,0), (-1,0), color),
('ROWBACKGROUNDS',(0,1), (-1,-1), [WHITE, LIGHT_GRAY]),
('GRID', (0,0), (-1,-1), 0.4, MED_GRAY),
('TOPPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
('BOTTOMPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 5),
('LEFTPADDING', (0,0), (-1,-1), 7),
]))
elements.append(pt)
elements.append(Spacer(1, 8))
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_clinical(elements, s):
elements.append(SectionBanner("13. CLINICAL CORRELATES & CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
clin = [
[Paragraph("<b>Condition</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Pathophysiology</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Key Findings</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Treatment Principles</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Heart Failure (HFrEF)", s['td']),
Paragraph("↓ LV contractility → ↓ CO → compensatory: RAAS activation, SNS, ventricular remodeling (dilatation + hypertrophy)", s['td']),
Paragraph("↓ EF (<40%), S3 gallop, pulmonary edema, JVD, peripheral edema, ↑ BNP", s['td']),
Paragraph("ACEi/ARB, β-blocker, MRA (spironolactone), SGLT2i, loop diuretics (diuresis), CRT/ICD", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Heart Failure (HFpEF)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Diastolic dysfunction — impaired LV relaxation and filling; ↑ LV stiffness; preserved EF ≥50%", s['td']),
Paragraph("Normal EF, S4 gallop, LA enlargement, exercise intolerance, ↑BNP", s['td']),
Paragraph("Diuretics for congestion; control HR (BB, CCB); treat underlying HTN, AF, obesity; SGLT2i", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Acute MI (STEMI)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Coronary plaque rupture → thrombus → complete occlusion → ischemia → infarction → myocyte death", s['td']),
Paragraph("ST elevation, new LBBB, ↑ troponin I/T and CK-MB, regional wall motion abnormality on echo", s['td']),
Paragraph("Primary PCI (within 90 min) or fibrinolysis; antiplatelet (aspirin + P2Y12i); anticoagulation; β-blocker; statin", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Cardiogenic Shock", s['td']),
Paragraph("Severe ↓ CO (massive MI, acute HF) → tissue hypoperfusion despite adequate preload", s['td']),
Paragraph("↓BP, ↑HR, ↓CI (<1.8 L/min/m²), ↑PCWP, cold/clammy skin, oliguria, ↑lactate", s['td']),
Paragraph("Inotropes (dobutamine), vasopressors (norepinephrine), IABP, Impella; revascularization", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Atrial Fibrillation (AF)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Disorganized atrial electrical activity (multiple re-entry circuits) → loss of atrial kick → ↑ stroke risk", s['td']),
Paragraph("Irregularly irregular pulse, absent P waves (fibrillatory baseline), variable ventricular rate", s['td']),
Paragraph("Rate control (BB, CCB, digoxin); rhythm control (cardioversion, antiarrhythmics); anticoagulation (CHA₂DS₂-VASc)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Aortic Stenosis", s['td']),
Paragraph("Progressive calcification of aortic valve → obstruction to LV outflow → ↑ LV afterload → LV hypertrophy", s['td']),
Paragraph("Harsh systolic ejection murmur (crescendo-decrescendo), ↓ pulse pressure, syncope/angina/dyspnea triad, ↓ AVA (<1 cm²)", s['td']),
Paragraph("SAVR (surgical) or TAVR (transcatheter) when severe symptomatic; no proven medical therapy", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Mitral Regurgitation", s['td']),
Paragraph("Incomplete mitral valve closure → retrograde flow LA during systole → LA/LV volume overload", s['td']),
Paragraph("Holosystolic murmur (apex → axilla), S3, LA enlargement, AF, pulmonary hypertension", s['td']),
Paragraph("Vasodilators (↓ afterload); repair preferred over replacement; MitraClip (transcatheter)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Cardiac Tamponade", s['td']),
Paragraph("Pericardial fluid accumulation → extrinsic cardiac compression → ↓ diastolic filling → ↓ CO", s['td']),
Paragraph("Beck's triad: hypotension + JVD + muffled heart sounds; pulsus paradoxus > 10 mmHg; electrical alternans on ECG", s['td']),
Paragraph("Emergency pericardiocentesis; pericardiectomy for recurrent/constrictive", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(clin, [3.2*cm, 4.5*cm, 4*cm, 4.3*cm], DARK_RED, LIGHT_RED, s))
elements.append(PageBreak())
def build_summary_tables(elements, s, paths):
elements.append(SectionBanner("14. QUICK-REFERENCE TABLES & NORMAL CARDIOVASCULAR VALUES"))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*cm))
# Normal values
elements.append(Paragraph("Normal Cardiovascular Hemodynamic Values", s['h2']))
nv = [
[Paragraph("<b>Parameter</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Normal Value</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Unit</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Clinical Significance</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("Heart Rate (HR)", s['td']), Paragraph("60–100", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("bpm", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("< 60 = bradycardia; > 100 = tachycardia", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Systemic BP (SBP/DBP)", s['td']), Paragraph("120/80", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("mmHg", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Hypertension if ≥ 130/80 (ACC/AHA)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)", s['td']), Paragraph("70–105", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("mmHg", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Organ perfusion pressure target (sepsis: MAP ≥ 65)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Cardiac Output (CO)", s['td']), Paragraph("4–6", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("L/min", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("< 3.5 L/min may indicate low output state", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Cardiac Index (CI)", s['td']), Paragraph("2.5–4.0", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("L/min/m²", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("< 2.2 = cardiogenic shock", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Stroke Volume (SV)", s['td']), Paragraph("60–80", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("mL/beat", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Primary determinant of pulse pressure", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Ejection Fraction (EF)", s['td']), Paragraph("55–70", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("%", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("< 40% = HFrEF; 40–50% = HFmrEF; ≥ 50% = HFpEF", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("CVP (Central Venous Pressure)", s['td']), Paragraph("2–8", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("mmHg", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("Reflects RA pressure / preload to RV", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("PCWP (Wedge Pressure)", s['td']), Paragraph("6–12", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("mmHg", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("> 18 = pulmonary edema threshold; reflects LA pressure (LV preload)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("SVR", s['td']), Paragraph("800–1200", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("dyne·s/cm⁵", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("↑ in HTN/cardiogenic shock; ↓ in sepsis/anaphylaxis", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Pulmonary Artery Pressure (PAP)", s['td']), Paragraph("15–30/4–12", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("mmHg", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("mPAP > 25 = pulmonary hypertension", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("QTc Interval", s['td']), Paragraph("< 440 (♂), < 460 (♀)", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("ms", s['td_c']),
Paragraph("> 500 ms = high risk Torsades de Pointes", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(nv, [4.5*cm, 3*cm, 2*cm, 6.5*cm], DARK_RED, LIGHT_RED, s))
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))
# Antihypertensive drug classes
elements.append(Paragraph("Antihypertensive Drug Classes", s['h2']))
drugs = [
[Paragraph("<b>Drug Class</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Mechanism</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Examples</b>", s['th']),
Paragraph("<b>Key Indications / Notes</b>", s['th'])],
[Paragraph("ACE Inhibitors", s['td']),
Paragraph("Blocks ACE → ↓ Ang II → vasodilation + ↓ aldosterone", s['td']),
Paragraph("Lisinopril, Ramipril, Enalapril", s['td']),
Paragraph("HF, post-MI, DM nephropathy, proteinuria; avoid in pregnancy; cough/angioedema", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("ARBs", s['td']),
Paragraph("Blocks AT1 receptor → vasodilation + ↓ aldosterone", s['td']),
Paragraph("Losartan, Valsartan, Candesartan", s['td']),
Paragraph("Same as ACEi; preferred if ACEi cough; no angioedema risk", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("β-Blockers", s['td']),
Paragraph("β₁ blockade → ↓HR, ↓contractility, ↓renin", s['td']),
Paragraph("Metoprolol, Carvedilol, Bisoprolol", s['td']),
Paragraph("HF (BB reduces mortality), post-MI, angina, AF rate control; avoid in acute decompensated HF, bronchospasm", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Calcium Channel Blockers (CCB)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Block L-type Ca²⁺ channels → vasodilation (DHP) or ↓HR/contractility (non-DHP)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Amlodipine (DHP); Diltiazem, Verapamil (non-DHP)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Isolated HTN, angina (DHP); AF rate control (non-DHP); avoid non-DHP in HFrEF", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Thiazide Diuretics", s['td']),
Paragraph("Inhibit NaCl cotransporter (DCT) → ↓ Na/water reabsorption → ↓ blood volume", s['td']),
Paragraph("Hydrochlorothiazide, Chlorthalidone, Indapamide", s['td']),
Paragraph("First-line for uncomplicated HTN; effective in low-renin HTN (elderly, Black patients)", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("Loop Diuretics", s['td']),
Paragraph("Inhibit Na-K-2Cl cotransporter (Loop of Henle) → powerful diuresis", s['td']),
Paragraph("Furosemide, Bumetanide, Torsemide", s['td']),
Paragraph("Pulmonary edema, volume overload in HF/CKD; less antihypertensive than thiazides", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("MRA (Mineralocorticoid Receptor Antagonists)", s['td']),
Paragraph("Block aldosterone receptors → ↓ Na reabsorption, ↓ K excretion", s['td']),
Paragraph("Spironolactone, Eplerenone, Finerenone", s['td']),
Paragraph("HFrEF (mortality benefit), resistant HTN, hyperaldosteronism; monitor K⁺", s['td'])],
[Paragraph("SGLT2 Inhibitors", s['td']),
Paragraph("Block SGLT2 in proximal tubule → glucosuria + natriuresis + osmotic diuresis", s['td']),
Paragraph("Empagliflozin, Dapagliflozin, Canagliflozin", s['td']),
Paragraph("HF (both HFrEF + HFpEF), CKD, T2DM with CVD; reduce hospitalizations + CV death", s['td'])],
]
elements.append(std_table(drugs, [3*cm, 4*cm, 3.5*cm, 5.5*cm], TEAL, LIGHT_TEAL, s))
# Final images at bottom
elements.append(Spacer(1, 0.4*cm))
if os.path.exists(paths['conduction_ecg']):
place_image(elements, paths['conduction_ecg'], 14, 7,
"Figure 4. Cardiac conduction system with SA node, AV node, Bundle of His, Purkinje fibers + ECG correlation", s)
info_box(elements,
"<b>End of Document.</b> Sections covered: CVS overview, heart anatomy (chambers/valves/layers), "
"cardiac conduction & ECG, cardiac cycle, cardiac output, Frank-Starling law, blood pressure regulation, "
"coronary circulation, blood vessel types, microcirculation & Starling forces, peripheral resistance, "
"special circulations (pulmonary/cerebral/renal/splanchnic), clinical correlates (HF, MI, AF, valvular disease), "
"and quick-reference tables with normal hemodynamic values and drug classes.",
LIGHT_BLUE, s, DARK_RED)
# ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
def main():
output = "/home/daytona/workspace/cvs-pdf/CVS_Anatomy_Physiology_Comprehensive.pdf"
paths = download_imgs()
s = make_styles()
doc = SimpleDocTemplate(
output, pagesize=A4,
leftMargin=MARGIN, rightMargin=MARGIN,
topMargin=1.5*cm, bottomMargin=1.3*cm,
title="Cardiovascular System — Anatomy & Physiology",
author="Orris Medical Reference",
subject="CVS Human Physiology",
)
elements = []
build_cover(elements, s, paths)
build_toc(elements, s)
build_overview(elements, s)
build_heart_anatomy(elements, s, paths)
build_conduction(elements, s, paths)
build_cardiac_cycle(elements, s)
build_cardiac_output(elements, s)
build_frank_starling(elements, s)
build_blood_pressure(elements, s)
build_coronary(elements, s)
build_blood_vessels(elements, s, paths)
build_microcirculation(elements, s)
build_peripheral_resistance(elements, s)
build_special_circulations(elements, s)
build_clinical(elements, s)
build_summary_tables(elements, s, paths)
doc.build(elements, onFirstPage=first_page, onLaterPages=page_header_footer)
print(f"SUCCESS: {output}")
import os as _os
print(f"File size: {_os.path.getsize(output)/1024/1024:.2f} MB")
if __name__ == "__main__":
main()
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#!/usr/bin/env python3
"""
Cardiovascular System (CVS) — Comprehensive PDF
Anatomy, Physiology, Diagrams, Flowcharts, Tables
Sources: Guyton & Hall 14e, Barash Clinical Anesthesia 9e,
Sabiston Textbook of Surgery, Costanzo Physiology 7e
"""
from reportlab.lib.pagesizes import A4
from reportlab.lib import colors
from reportlab.lib.styles import ParagraphStyle
from reportlab.lib.units import cm
from reportlab.platypus import (
SimpleDocTemplate, Paragraph, Spacer, Table, TableStyle,
Image as RLImage, PageBreak
)
from reportlab.lib.enums import TA_CENTER, TA_LEFT, TA_JUSTIFY, TA_RIGHT
from reportlab.platypus.flowables import Flowable
from reportlab.lib.colors import HexColor
import urllib.request, os
# ── Palette ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
DARK_RED = HexColor('#7b1010')
CRIMSON = HexColor('#c0392b')
LIGHT_RED = HexColor('#fde8e8')
DEEP_BLUE = HexColor('#0d3b6e')
MID_BLUE = HexColor('#1565c0')
ACCENT_BLUE = HexColor('#2196f3')
LIGHT_BLUE = HexColor('#e3f2fd')
TEAL = HexColor('#00695c')
LIGHT_TEAL = HexColor('#e0f2f1')
PURPLE = HexColor('#4a148c')
LIGHT_PURPLE= HexColor('#f3e5f5')
ORANGE = HexColor('#e65100')
LIGHT_ORANGE= HexColor('#fff3e0')
DARK_GRAY = HexColor('#37474f')
LIGHT_GRAY = HexColor('#f5f5f5')
MED_GRAY = HexColor('#90a4ae')
GOLD = HexColor('#f9a825')
LIGHT_GOLD = HexColor('#fffde7')
WHITE = colors.white
BLACK = colors.black
W, H = A4
M = 1.4 * cm
# ── Images previously generated ────────────────────────────────────────
IMGS = {
"heart": "https://cdn.orris.care/image-gen/a2d4f5d13a684541a66cf74e3c4dd754.png",
"circulation":"https://cdn.orris.care/image-gen/bafa75df61174908813b3e41d4f4d5a6.png",
"conduction": "https://cdn.orris.care/image-gen/c00b7de7dc91443ba6763f65276fb715.png",
"vessels": "https://cdn.orris.care/image-gen/e7c8aba2b94d4dd4a4b614b8453a7697.png",
}
IDIR = "/home/daytona/workspace/cvs-pdf/"
def dl_imgs():
paths = {}
for k, url in IMGS.items():
p = IDIR + k + ".png"
if not os.path.exists(p):
try:
urllib.request.urlretrieve(url, p)
except Exception as e:
print(f"Warning: could not download {k}: {e}")
paths[k] = p
return paths
# ── Page callbacks ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────
def page_deco(c, doc):
c.saveState()
c.setFillColor(DARK_RED)
c.rect(0, H - 1.05*cm, W, 1.05*cm, fill=1, stroke=0)
c.setFont("Helvetica-Bold", 8.5)
c.setFillColor(WHITE)
c.drawString(M, H - 0.7*cm, "Cardiovascular System (CVS) — Anatomy & Physiology")
c.drawRightString(W - M, H - 0.7*cm, "Human Physiology Reference")
c.setFillColor(DARK_RED)
c.rect(0, 0, W, 0.8*cm, fill=1, stroke=0)
c.setFont("Helvetica", 7)
c.setFillColor(WHITE)
c.drawString(M, 0.25*cm,
"Sources: Guyton & Hall Med. Physiology 14e | Barash Clinical Anesthesia 9e | "
"Sabiston Textbook of Surgery | Costanzo Physiology 7e")
c.drawRightString(W - M, 0.25*cm, f"Page {doc.page}")
c.restoreState()
# ── Styles ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
def S():
d = {}
def ps(n, **kw):
d[n] = ParagraphStyle(n, **kw)
ps("cvr_t", fontSize=32, fontName="Helvetica-Bold", textColor=WHITE,
alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=38)
ps("cvr_s", fontSize=14, fontName="Helvetica", textColor=LIGHT_BLUE,
alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=20)
ps("cvr_tag",fontSize=9.5, fontName="Helvetica-Oblique",
textColor=HexColor("#b0bec5"), alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=14)
ps("h2", fontSize=12, fontName="Helvetica-Bold", textColor=DARK_RED,
spaceBefore=10, spaceAfter=4, leading=16)
ps("h3", fontSize=10.5, fontName="Helvetica-Bold", textColor=MID_BLUE,
spaceBefore=7, spaceAfter=3, leading=14)
ps("body", fontSize=9.5, fontName="Helvetica", textColor=BLACK,
spaceBefore=3, spaceAfter=3, leading=14, alignment=TA_JUSTIFY)
ps("bul", fontSize=9.5, fontName="Helvetica", textColor=BLACK,
spaceBefore=2, spaceAfter=2, leading=13, leftIndent=14)
ps("cap", fontSize=8, fontName="Helvetica-Oblique", textColor=DARK_GRAY,
alignment=TA_CENTER, spaceBefore=2, spaceAfter=5)
ps("th", fontSize=8.5, fontName="Helvetica-Bold", textColor=WHITE,
alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=12)
ps("th_l", fontSize=8.5, fontName="Helvetica-Bold", textColor=WHITE,
alignment=TA_LEFT, leading=12)
ps("td", fontSize=8.5, fontName="Helvetica", textColor=BLACK,
alignment=TA_LEFT, leading=12)
ps("td_c", fontSize=8.5, fontName="Helvetica", textColor=BLACK,
alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=12)
ps("box", fontSize=9.5, fontName="Helvetica", textColor=DEEP_BLUE,
spaceBefore=2, spaceAfter=2, leading=14, alignment=TA_JUSTIFY,
leftIndent=6, rightIndent=6)
ps("toc_n", fontSize=10, fontName="Helvetica-Bold", textColor=DARK_RED)
ps("toc_t", fontSize=10, fontName="Helvetica", textColor=BLACK)
ps("toc_p", fontSize=10, fontName="Helvetica", textColor=DARK_GRAY,
alignment=TA_RIGHT)
ps("phase_h",fontSize=9, fontName="Helvetica-Bold", textColor=WHITE,
alignment=TA_CENTER)
ps("phase_d",fontSize=8.5, fontName="Helvetica", textColor=WHITE,
alignment=TA_LEFT, leading=12)
ps("form", fontSize=14, fontName="Helvetica-Bold", textColor=DARK_RED,
alignment=TA_CENTER)
ps("form_s", fontSize=9, fontName="Helvetica", textColor=DARK_GRAY,
alignment=TA_CENTER)
ps("sec_lbl",fontSize=10.5, fontName="Helvetica-Bold", textColor=WHITE,
alignment=TA_LEFT)
ps("arr", fontSize=13, fontName="Helvetica-Bold", textColor=CRIMSON,
alignment=TA_CENTER)
return d
# ── Flowable banner ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────
class Banner(Flowable):
def __init__(self, text, color=None, fs=12):
super().__init__()
self.text = text
self.color = color or DARK_RED
self.fs = fs
self.bh = 1.0 * cm
def wrap(self, aw, ah):
self.bw = aw; return aw, self.bh
def draw(self):
c = self.canv
c.setFillColor(self.color)
c.roundRect(0, 0, self.bw, self.bh, 5, fill=1, stroke=0)
c.setFont("Helvetica-Bold", self.fs)
c.setFillColor(WHITE)
c.drawString(0.4*cm, 0.28*cm, self.text)
# ── Helpers ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
def infobox(el, text, bg, s, border=None):
bc = border or bg
t = Table([[Paragraph(text, s["box"])]], colWidths=["100%"])
t.setStyle(TableStyle([
("BACKGROUND", (0,0),(-1,-1), bg),
("BOX", (0,0),(-1,-1), 1.5, bc),
("TOPPADDING", (0,0),(-1,-1), 8),
("BOTTOMPADDING", (0,0),(-1,-1), 8),
("LEFTPADDING", (0,0),(-1,-1), 10),
("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0),(-1,-1), 10),
]))
el.append(t); el.append(Spacer(1,5))
def tbl(data, cw, hdr_color, alt_color):
t = Table(data, colWidths=cw)
t.setStyle(TableStyle([
("BACKGROUND", (0,0),(-1,0), hdr_color),
("ROWBACKGROUNDS",(0,1),(-1,-1), [WHITE, alt_color]),
("GRID", (0,0),(-1,-1), 0.4, MED_GRAY),
("TOPPADDING", (0,0),(-1,-1), 5),
("BOTTOMPADDING", (0,0),(-1,-1), 5),
("LEFTPADDING", (0,0),(-1,-1), 6),
("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0),(-1,-1), 4),
("VALIGN", (0,0),(-1,-1), "TOP"),
("LINEABOVE", (0,0),(-1,0), 1.5, hdr_color),
]))
return t
def img_row(el, path, w, h, cap, s):
if path and os.path.exists(path):
im = RLImage(path, width=w*cm, height=h*cm)
t = Table([[im]], colWidths=["100%"])
t.setStyle(TableStyle([
("ALIGN",(0,0),(-1,-1),"CENTER"),
("TOPPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),4),
("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),2),
]))
el.append(t)
el.append(Paragraph(cap, s["cap"]))
# ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
# CONTENT
# ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
def cover(el, s, p):
el.append(Spacer(1, 1.5*cm))
tb = Table([[Paragraph("CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM", s["cvr_t"])]],colWidths=["100%"])
tb.setStyle(TableStyle([("BACKGROUND",(0,0),(-1,-1),DARK_RED),
("TOPPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),18),("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),8)]))
el.append(tb)
sb = Table([[Paragraph("CVS Anatomy & Physiology — Comprehensive Reference", s["cvr_s"])]],colWidths=["100%"])
sb.setStyle(TableStyle([("BACKGROUND",(0,0),(-1,-1),CRIMSON),
("TOPPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),10),("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),12)]))
el.append(sb)
el.append(Spacer(1,0.35*cm))
# Two cover images side by side
r1, r2 = [], []
if os.path.exists(p["heart"]): r1 = [RLImage(p["heart"], width=8.4*cm, height=6.8*cm)]
if os.path.exists(p["circulation"]):r2= [RLImage(p["circulation"],width=8.4*cm, height=6.8*cm)]
if r1 and r2:
ci = Table([r1 + r2], colWidths=[8.8*cm, 8.8*cm])
ci.setStyle(TableStyle([("ALIGN",(0,0),(-1,-1),"CENTER"),
("TOPPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),4),("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),2)]))
el.append(ci)
el.append(Paragraph(
"Fig. A — Heart Internal Anatomy (chambers, valves, vessels) "
"Fig. B — Dual Circulation (pulmonary & systemic loops)", s["cap"]))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.35*cm))
tag = Table([[Paragraph(
"Covers: Heart Anatomy · Chambers & Valves · Conduction System & ECG · Cardiac Cycle · "
"Cardiac Output · Frank-Starling Law · Blood Pressure Regulation · Coronary Circulation · "
"Blood Vessels · Microcirculation · Special Circulations · Clinical Correlates",
s["cvr_tag"])]],colWidths=["100%"])
tag.setStyle(TableStyle([("BACKGROUND",(0,0),(-1,-1),LIGHT_BLUE),
("TOPPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),10),("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),10),
("LEFTPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),16),("RIGHTPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),16)]))
el.append(tag)
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
infobox(el,
"<b>Sources:</b> Guyton & Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology 14e | "
"Barash Clinical Anesthesia 9e | Sabiston Textbook of Surgery | "
"Costanzo Physiology 7e | Goldman-Cecil Medicine", LIGHT_GRAY, s, MED_GRAY)
el.append(PageBreak())
def toc_page(el, s):
el.append(Banner("TABLE OF CONTENTS", DEEP_BLUE))
el.append(Spacer(1, 0.35*cm))
rows = [
("1","Overview of the Cardiovascular System","3"),
("2","Heart Anatomy — Chambers, Layers & Valves","4"),
("3","Cardiac Conduction System & ECG","6"),
("4","Cardiac Cycle — Phases, Heart Sounds","8"),
("5","Cardiac Output, Preload, Afterload & Contractility","10"),
("6","Frank-Starling Law & Ventricular Performance","12"),
("7","Blood Pressure — Measurement & Regulation","13"),
("8","Coronary Circulation & Myocardial Oxygen","15"),
("9","Blood Vessels — Structure & Classification","16"),
("10","Microcirculation & Starling Forces","18"),
("11","Regulation of Peripheral Resistance","19"),
("12","Special Circulations (Pulmonary, Cerebral, Renal)","20"),
("13","Clinical Correlates & Cardiovascular Disease","22"),
("14","Quick-Reference Tables & Normal Values","24"),
]
data = [[Paragraph(f"<b>{n}.</b>",s["toc_n"]),
Paragraph(t,s["toc_t"]),
Paragraph(p,s["toc_p"])] for n,t,p in rows]
tt = Table(data, colWidths=[1*cm,13.5*cm,1.5*cm])
tt.setStyle(TableStyle([
("ROWBACKGROUNDS",(0,0),(-1,-1),[WHITE,LIGHT_GRAY]),
("TOPPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),6),("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),6),
("LEFTPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),8),
("BOX",(0,0),(-1,-1),0.5,MED_GRAY),
("LINEABOVE",(0,0),(-1,0),1.5,DARK_RED),
("LINEBELOW",(0,-1),(-1,-1),1,DARK_RED),
]))
el.append(tt); el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_overview(el, s):
el.append(Banner("1. OVERVIEW OF THE CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph(
"The cardiovascular system (CVS) is a closed circulatory network comprising the "
"<b>heart</b> (pump), <b>blood vessels</b> (conduit), and <b>blood</b> (transport medium). "
"Its primary function is to deliver oxygen and nutrients to every cell and remove metabolic "
"waste. The adult heart pumps approximately <b>5 L/min at rest</b> and can increase to "
"<b>25 L/min</b> during maximal exercise.", s["body"]))
el.append(Paragraph("Primary Functions of the CVS", s["h2"]))
fd = [[Paragraph("<b>Function</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Mechanism / Detail</b>",s["th"])]]
for f,m in [
("Oxygen & Nutrient Delivery","Circulates oxygenated blood from lungs to all tissues via systemic circulation"),
("CO₂ & Waste Removal","Returns deoxygenated blood and metabolic waste to lungs/kidneys"),
("Hormone Transport","Carries hormones from endocrine glands to distant target organs"),
("Thermoregulation","Redistributes body heat; skin vasodilation/constriction controls heat loss"),
("Immune Surveillance","Transports leukocytes, antibodies, complement to sites of infection/injury"),
("Hemostasis","Delivers platelets and clotting factors to sites of vascular injury"),
("Fluid & pH Balance","Works with kidneys/lungs to maintain blood volume, osmolarity, and pH 7.35–7.45"),
]:
fd.append([Paragraph(f"<b>{f}</b>",s["td"]),Paragraph(m,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(fd,[4.5*cm,11.5*cm],DARK_RED,LIGHT_RED))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph("The Two Circulations", s["h2"]))
infobox(el,
"<b>Pulmonary Circulation (Right Heart):</b> Right ventricle → Pulmonary artery → "
"Lungs (CO₂ ↔ O₂ exchange) → Pulmonary veins → Left atrium. "
"Low-pressure, low-resistance circuit. Mean PAP ≈ 15 mmHg.<br/><br/>"
"<b>Systemic Circulation (Left Heart):</b> Left ventricle → Aorta → Arteries → "
"Arterioles → Capillaries (gas/nutrient exchange) → Venules → Veins → "
"Superior & Inferior vena cava → Right atrium. "
"High-pressure, high-resistance circuit. MAP ≈ 95 mmHg.",
LIGHT_BLUE, s, ACCENT_BLUE)
el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_anatomy(el, s, p):
el.append(Banner("2. HEART ANATOMY — CHAMBERS, LAYERS & VALVES"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
img_row(el, p["heart"], 13, 9.5,
"Figure 1. Internal anatomy of the heart — four chambers, cardiac valves, "
"and major blood vessels (Guyton & Hall Medical Physiology 14e)", s)
el.append(Paragraph("Position & External Features", s["h2"]))
el.append(Paragraph(
"The heart is a hollow cone-shaped muscular organ located in the <b>mediastinum</b> "
"within the pericardial sac. The apex points inferolaterally to the left, "
"projecting to the 5th intercostal space at the midclavicular line. "
"Weight: ~250–350 g in adults. Dimensions: ~12 cm long, 9 cm wide, 6 cm thick.", s["body"]))
el.append(Paragraph("Wall Layers (outside → inside)", s["h2"]))
ld = [[Paragraph("<b>Layer</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Composition</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Function</b>",s["th"])]]
for la,co,fn in [
("Pericardium","Fibrous outer sac + parietal & visceral serous layers; 15–50 mL pericardial fluid",
"Protection, lubrication, anchoring; limits acute cardiac distension"),
("Epicardium\n(visceral pericardium)","Serous membrane; contains coronary arteries & adipose tissue",
"Outer surface; houses coronary vasculature"),
("Myocardium","Cardiac muscle arranged in spiral layers; intercalated discs with gap junctions & desmosomes",
"Contractile pump function; syncytial electrical coupling; LV wall ≈ 8–12 mm thick"),
("Endocardium","Thin endothelial lining covering all chambers, valves, and trabeculae",
"Smooth blood-contacting surface; prevents thrombosis; paracrine modulation of myocardium"),
]:
ld.append([Paragraph(la,s["td"]),Paragraph(co,s["td"]),Paragraph(fn,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(ld,[3.5*cm,6.5*cm,6*cm],TEAL,LIGHT_TEAL))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph("The Four Chambers", s["h2"]))
cd = [[Paragraph("<b>Chamber</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Wall</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Receives Blood From</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Ejects To</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Normal Pressure</b>",s["th"])]]
for ch,wt,rf,et,pr in [
("Right Atrium (RA)","~2 mm","SVC, IVC, coronary sinus","RV via tricuspid valve","2–8 mmHg (CVP)"),
("Right Ventricle (RV)","~3–5 mm","Right atrium","Pulmonary artery via pulmonic valve","15–30 / 0–8 mmHg"),
("Left Atrium (LA)","~3 mm","4 pulmonary veins (oxygenated)","LV via mitral valve","6–12 mmHg (PCWP)"),
("Left Ventricle (LV)","~8–12 mm","Left atrium","Aorta via aortic valve","120 / 5–12 mmHg"),
]:
cd.append([Paragraph(ch,s["td"]),Paragraph(wt,s["td_c"]),Paragraph(rf,s["td"]),
Paragraph(et,s["td"]),Paragraph(pr,s["td_c"])])
el.append(tbl(cd,[3.5*cm,2*cm,4*cm,4*cm,2.5*cm],DEEP_BLUE,LIGHT_BLUE))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph("Heart Valves", s["h2"]))
vd = [[Paragraph("<b>Valve</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Type</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Location</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Opens When</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Prevents Reflux To</b>",s["th"])]]
for v,t,lo,op,pr in [
("Tricuspid","AV — 3 leaflets","RA–RV junction","RA pressure > RV (diastole)","Right atrium"),
("Pulmonic (Pulmonary)","Semilunar — 3 cusps","RV outflow → pulmonary artery","RV > PA pressure (systole)","Right ventricle"),
("Mitral (Bicuspid)","AV — 2 leaflets + chordae + papillary muscles","LA–LV junction","LA > LV pressure (diastole)","Left atrium"),
("Aortic","Semilunar — 3 cusps + sinuses of Valsalva","LV outflow → aorta","LV > Aortic pressure (systole)","Left ventricle"),
]:
vd.append([Paragraph(v,s["td"]),Paragraph(t,s["td_c"]),Paragraph(lo,s["td"]),
Paragraph(op,s["td"]),Paragraph(pr,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(vd,[3*cm,3*cm,3.5*cm,4*cm,2.5*cm],CRIMSON,LIGHT_RED))
infobox(el,
"<b>Barash Clinical Anesthesia 9e:</b> The sinuses of Valsalva in the proximal aortic root "
"prevent aortic valve leaflets from adhering to the aortic wall during ejection by creating "
"hydraulic eddy currents. This also keeps coronary ostia patent. The chordae tendinae–papillary "
"muscle complex prevents mitral leaflet inversion during systole; chordal rupture → acute severe MR.",
LIGHT_ORANGE, s, ORANGE)
el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_conduction(el, s, p):
el.append(Banner("3. CARDIAC CONDUCTION SYSTEM & ECG"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
img_row(el, p["conduction"], 14.5, 8.5,
"Figure 2. Cardiac conduction pathway (SA node → AV node → Bundle of His → "
"Purkinje fibers) and corresponding ECG waveform with labeled intervals", s)
el.append(Paragraph("Conduction System Components", s["h2"]))
cod = [[Paragraph("<b>Structure</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Location</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Intrinsic Rate</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Role</b>",s["th"])]]
for st,lo,rt,ro in [
("SA Node\n(Sinoatrial)",
"Superior lateral wall of RA, near SVC opening","60–100 bpm\n(dominant pacemaker)",
"Primary pacemaker; initiates each heartbeat; sympathetic (+chronotropy) & vagal (-chronotropy)"),
("AV Node\n(Atrioventricular)",
"Koch's triangle: inferior interatrial septum, above tricuspid valve","40–60 bpm\n(backup pacemaker)",
"Delays impulse 0.1 s → atrial contraction precedes ventricular contraction; "
"filters rapid atrial rhythms (AF/AFL); only normal AV conduction pathway"),
("Bundle of His","Interventricular septum (subendocardial)","Conduction only",
"Bridges AV node to ventricular bundle branches"),
("Left & Right Bundle Branches",
"Left: anterior + posterior fascicles. Right: single trunk along RV septum","Conduction only",
"Distribute impulse to respective ventricles; LBBB/RBBB block = conduction abnormality"),
("Purkinje Fibers","Subendocardial network throughout both ventricles","20–40 bpm\n(tertiary pacemaker)",
"Rapid impulse spread (2–4 m/s — fastest in heart) → simultaneous ventricular contraction"),
]:
cod.append([Paragraph(st,s["td"]),Paragraph(lo,s["td"]),
Paragraph(rt,s["td_c"]),Paragraph(ro,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(cod,[3*cm,4.5*cm,2.5*cm,6*cm],TEAL,LIGHT_TEAL))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph("ECG Waveforms & Intervals", s["h2"]))
ecd = [[Paragraph("<b>Wave/Interval</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Normal Duration</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Represents</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Abnormalities</b>",s["th"])]]
for w,d,r,ab in [
("P Wave","< 0.12 s","Atrial depolarization (SA node firing → atrial muscle spread)",
"Absent in AF; tall peaked in RA hypertrophy; broad notched in LA hypertrophy"),
("PR Interval","0.12–0.20 s","Atrial depol. to start of ventricular depol. (AV node delay)",
"> 0.20 s = 1st degree AV block; short PR = pre-excitation (WPW)"),
("QRS Complex","0.06–0.10 s","Ventricular depolarization (rapid impulse via Purkinje system)",
"> 0.12 s = bundle branch block or ventricular rhythm; tall R = LVH"),
("ST Segment","Isoelectric","Ventricular plateau (phase 2 action potential)",
"Elevation = STEMI/pericarditis; depression = ischemia/NSTEMI, digoxin"),
("T Wave","0.16 s","Ventricular repolarization (phase 3)",
"Inversion = ischemia, LVH; hyperacute tall T = early STEMI; peaked in hyperkalemia"),
("QT Interval","0.35–0.44 s (QTc)","Total ventricular electrical activity",
"Prolonged QTc (> 500 ms) → Torsades de Pointes risk; drugs: quinidine, sotalol, haloperidol"),
]:
ecd.append([Paragraph(w,s["td"]),Paragraph(d,s["td_c"]),
Paragraph(r,s["td"]),Paragraph(ab,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(ecd,[2.5*cm,2.8*cm,5*cm,5.7*cm],DEEP_BLUE,LIGHT_BLUE))
infobox(el,
"<b>Guyton & Hall 14e:</b> The SA node fires spontaneously because its membrane "
"potential slowly depolarizes (funny current, If) until threshold is reached. "
"Sympathetic stimulation ↑ If → ↑ rate. Vagal ACh → ↑ K⁺ conductance → "
"hyperpolarization → ↓ rate. At 75 bpm: RR interval = 0.8 s.",
LIGHT_GOLD, s, GOLD)
el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_cardiac_cycle(el, s):
el.append(Banner("4. CARDIAC CYCLE — PHASES & HEART SOUNDS"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph(
"The cardiac cycle encompasses all events from the beginning of one heartbeat to the next. "
"At 75 bpm, one cycle = <b>0.8 s</b>: systole ≈ 0.3 s, diastole ≈ 0.5 s. "
"<i>(Guyton & Hall 14e)</i>", s["body"]))
el.append(Paragraph("Phases of the Left Ventricular Cardiac Cycle", s["h2"]))
phases = [
("SYSTOLE — Phase 1: Isovolumetric Contraction",MID_BLUE,
"All valves CLOSED. LV begins to contract. Pressure rises ~0 → 80 mmHg. "
"No volume change. Duration ~0.05 s."),
("SYSTOLE — Phase 2: Rapid Ejection",DARK_RED,
"LV pressure exceeds aortic pressure → Aortic valve OPENS. "
"~70% of stroke volume ejected rapidly. LV pressure rises to peak ~120 mmHg."),
("SYSTOLE — Phase 3: Reduced Ejection",CRIMSON,
"Ejection continues but slows. Remaining ~30% SV ejected. "
"LV pressure begins to fall (120 → 100 mmHg). Aortic pressure peaks then falls slightly."),
("DIASTOLE — Phase 4: Isovolumetric Relaxation",TEAL,
"Aortic valve CLOSES (dicrotic notch on aortic pressure trace). All valves CLOSED. "
"LV relaxes rapidly (active process — requires ATP). Pressure falls 100 → ~8 mmHg."),
("DIASTOLE — Phase 5: Rapid Passive Filling",DEEP_BLUE,
"Mitral valve OPENS (LA > LV pressure). Blood rushes from LA into LV. "
"~75% of ventricular filling occurs passively. LV volume increases rapidly."),
("DIASTOLE — Phase 6: Diastasis (Reduced Filling)",HexColor('#455a64'),
"Filling slows as LA–LV pressure gradient equilibrates. "
"Minimal additional volume enters LV. Longer at slow heart rates."),
("DIASTOLE — Phase 7: Atrial Systole (Atrial Kick)",ORANGE,
"SA node fires → atrial contraction → final 20–25% of LV filling. "
"Critical at high heart rates (diastasis time shortened). Lost in AF → ↓ CO up to 25%."),
]
for ph,col,desc in phases:
pr = Table([[Paragraph(f"<b>{ph}</b>",ParagraphStyle("ph",fontSize=8.5,
fontName="Helvetica-Bold",textColor=WHITE,alignment=TA_LEFT)),
Paragraph(desc,ParagraphStyle("pd",fontSize=8.5,fontName="Helvetica",
textColor=WHITE,alignment=TA_LEFT,leading=12))]],
colWidths=[5.5*cm,10.5*cm])
pr.setStyle(TableStyle([("BACKGROUND",(0,0),(-1,-1),col),
("TOPPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),7),("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),7),
("LEFTPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),8),("VALIGN",(0,0),(-1,-1),"MIDDLE")]))
el.append(pr)
el.append(Paragraph("▼",ParagraphStyle("arr",fontSize=11,fontName="Helvetica-Bold",
textColor=CRIMSON,alignment=TA_CENTER,spaceAfter=0,spaceBefore=0)))
# remove last arrow
el.pop()
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph("Heart Sounds", s["h2"]))
hsd = [[Paragraph("<b>Sound</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Timing</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Cause</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Clinical Significance</b>",s["th"])]]
for sn,ti,ca,cl in [
("S1 (\"Lub\")","Start of systole","Closure of mitral & tricuspid valves",
"Loudest at apex; loud S1 in mitral stenosis; soft S1 in poor LV function"),
("S2 (\"Dub\")","End of systole","Closure of aortic & pulmonic valves (dicrotic notch)",
"Physiological splitting on inspiration (A2 precedes P2); fixed split in ASD; reversed split in LBBB, AS"),
("S3 (\"Kentucky\")\nVentricular gallop","Early diastole","Turbulent rapid ventricular filling",
"Normal in children/athletes; pathological in adults → HF, MR, VSD, volume overload"),
("S4 (\"Tennessee\")\nAtrial gallop","Late diastole\n(pre-systole)","Atrial contraction against stiff/non-compliant ventricle",
"Always pathological; LVH, HTN, aortic stenosis, acute MI, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy"),
]:
hsd.append([Paragraph(sn,s["td"]),Paragraph(ti,s["td_c"]),
Paragraph(ca,s["td"]),Paragraph(cl,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(hsd,[2.8*cm,2.5*cm,4.5*cm,6.2*cm],DARK_RED,LIGHT_RED))
el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_co(el, s):
el.append(Banner("5. CARDIAC OUTPUT, PRELOAD, AFTERLOAD & CONTRACTILITY"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph("Cardiac Output (CO)", s["h2"]))
# Formula box
fbox = Table([[Paragraph("<b>CO = HR × SV</b>",s["form"])],
[Paragraph("CO = Cardiac Output (normal 4–6 L/min) | HR = Heart Rate (bpm) | "
"SV = Stroke Volume (normal 60–80 mL/beat)",s["form_s"])]],
colWidths=["100%"])
fbox.setStyle(TableStyle([("BACKGROUND",(0,0),(-1,-1),LIGHT_RED),
("BOX",(0,0),(-1,-1),2,DARK_RED),
("TOPPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),8),("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),8),
("ALIGN",(0,0),(-1,-1),"CENTER")]))
el.append(fbox); el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph("Derived Hemodynamic Parameters", s["h3"]))
dd = [[Paragraph("<b>Parameter</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Formula</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Normal</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Clinical Use</b>",s["th"])]]
for pr,fo,nv,cl in [
("Cardiac Index (CI)","CI = CO / BSA","2.5–4.0 L/min/m²","Normalizes CO for body size; CI < 2.2 = cardiogenic shock"),
("Stroke Volume (SV)","SV = CO / HR","60–80 mL","Pump effectiveness per beat"),
("Stroke Volume Index (SVI)","SVI = SV / BSA","33–47 mL/m²","Normalized SV"),
("Ejection Fraction (EF)","EF = SV / EDV × 100%","55–70%","Gold-standard LV systolic function; EF < 40% = HFrEF"),
("SVR","SVR = (MAP – CVP) / CO × 80","800–1200 dyne·s/cm⁵","LV afterload; ↑ in HTN/cardiogenic shock; ↓ in sepsis/anaphylaxis"),
("PVR","PVR = (mPAP – PCWP) / CO × 80","< 250 dyne·s/cm⁵","RV afterload; ↑ in pulmonary HTN, PE, ARDS"),
("DO₂ (O₂ Delivery)","DO₂ = CO × (Hb × 1.34 × SaO₂ + 0.003 × PaO₂)","~1000 mL/min","Ultimate CVS goal (Sabiston); limited more by Hb & SaO₂ than dissolved O₂"),
]:
dd.append([Paragraph(pr,s["td"]),Paragraph(fo,s["td_c"]),
Paragraph(nv,s["td_c"]),Paragraph(cl,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(dd,[3.5*cm,4*cm,3*cm,5.5*cm],DEEP_BLUE,LIGHT_BLUE))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph("Determinants of Stroke Volume", s["h2"]))
svd = [[Paragraph("<b>Determinant</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Definition</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Measured By</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Effect on SV</b>",s["th"])]]
for d,df,me,ef in [
("Preload","Ventricular wall tension at end-diastole; reflects EDV (end-diastolic volume) and fiber stretch",
"CVP (RV), PCWP (LV), EDV on echocardiography","↑ Preload → ↑ SV (Frank-Starling mechanism)"),
("Afterload","Resistance the ventricle must overcome to eject blood; ventricular wall stress during systole",
"SVR (LV afterload), PVR (RV), MAP, aortic compliance","↑ Afterload → ↓ SV (normal heart); dramatically reduces SV in failing heart"),
("Contractility\n(Inotropy)","Intrinsic force of myocardial contraction independent of preload and afterload",
"EF, dP/dtmax (most sensitive), ESPVR slope","↑ Contractility → ↑ SV at any given preload/afterload"),
]:
svd.append([Paragraph(d,s["td"]),Paragraph(df,s["td"]),
Paragraph(me,s["td"]),Paragraph(ef,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(svd,[2.8*cm,5*cm,4*cm,4.2*cm],TEAL,LIGHT_TEAL))
el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_frank_starling(el, s):
el.append(Banner("6. FRANK-STARLING LAW & VENTRICULAR PERFORMANCE"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
infobox(el,
"<b>Frank-Starling Law:</b> The force of cardiac contraction is directly proportional "
"to the initial length of the cardiac muscle fiber (end-diastolic volume). "
"Greater ventricular filling stretches sarcomeres → more optimal actin-myosin overlap "
"→ ↑ Ca²⁺ sensitivity of troponin C → ↑ contractile force → ↑ stroke volume. "
"This intrinsic mechanism automatically matches cardiac output to venous return, "
"keeping both ventricles synchronized.",
LIGHT_BLUE, s, MID_BLUE)
el.append(Paragraph("Mechanism at the Sarcomere Level", s["h3"]))
for pt in [
"Optimal sarcomere length: <b>2.0–2.4 µm</b> (maximum actin-myosin cross-bridge overlap)",
"Stretch → conformational change in troponin C → ↑ Ca²⁺ affinity → ↑ force at same [Ca²⁺]",
"Frank-Starling mechanism automatically balances RV and LV output: if RV ↑ output → ↑ pulmonary venous return → ↑ LV EDV → ↑ LV output",
"The ascending limb of the curve operates under normal physiological conditions",
"Descending limb (over-distension) seen only in extreme over-filling or failing hearts",
]:
el.append(Paragraph(f"• {pt}", s["bul"]))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph("Starling Curve — Ventricular Performance States", s["h2"]))
scd = [[Paragraph("<b>Cardiac State</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Curve Position</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>SV Response to ↑ Preload</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Examples</b>",s["th"])]]
for st,cp,sr,ex in [
("Hypercontractile","Shifted UP & LEFT\n(steep & high)","High SV at low EDV; large reserve",
"Exercise, sympathetic activation, dobutamine, milrinone"),
("Normal Baseline","Baseline","Moderate ↑ SV with ↑ filling; plateau at high volumes",
"Healthy resting adult"),
("Hypocontractile\n(Systolic HF)","Shifted DOWN & RIGHT\n(flat & low)","Minimal SV gain; plateau reached early; easily congested",
"Dilated cardiomyopathy, post-MI HF, myocarditis, septic cardiomyopathy"),
("Over-distension\n(Decompensated)","Descending limb","Further filling DECREASES SV — over-stretched sarcomeres lose efficiency",
"Acute decompensated HF with severe volume overload"),
]:
scd.append([Paragraph(st,s["td"]),Paragraph(cp,s["td_c"]),
Paragraph(sr,s["td"]),Paragraph(ex,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(scd,[3.5*cm,3.5*cm,4.5*cm,4.5*cm],CRIMSON,LIGHT_RED))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
infobox(el,
"<b>Laplace's Law (Barash 9e):</b> Wall Stress (σ) = (P × r) / (2 × h). "
"As ventricular radius increases (dilated failing heart), wall stress ↑ for the same pressure "
"→ ↑ O₂ demand. Concentric LV hypertrophy (↑ wall thickness h) normalizes wall stress "
"but reduces ventricular compliance (diastolic dysfunction). This explains why vasodilators "
"(↓ afterload) reduce wall stress and improve HF symptoms.",
LIGHT_PURPLE, s, PURPLE)
el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_bp(el, s):
el.append(Banner("7. BLOOD PRESSURE — MEASUREMENT & REGULATION"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph(
"<b>BP = CO × SVR</b>. Normal adult BP: 120/80 mmHg. "
"MAP = DBP + 1/3 × Pulse Pressure = DBP + 1/3 × (SBP − DBP). "
"Normal MAP: 70–105 mmHg. Pulse Pressure = SBP − DBP = ~40 mmHg (reflects SV & aortic compliance).",
s["body"]))
el.append(Paragraph("BP Regulation — Short, Intermediate & Long-Term", s["h2"]))
for title,col,pts in [
("SHORT-TERM (Seconds–Minutes)",DARK_RED,[
"<b>Baroreceptor Reflex:</b> Carotid sinus (CN IX) & aortic arch (CN X) → NTS (medulla) → "
"sympathetic/parasympathetic modulation of HR, contractility & vasomotor tone. "
"↑ BP → baroreceptor firing ↑ → ↓ sympathetic, ↑ parasympathetic → ↓ HR & vasodilation",
"<b>Chemoreceptor Reflex:</b> ↓ PaO₂ or ↑ PaCO₂ → peripheral (carotid/aortic bodies) + "
"central chemoreceptors → ↑ sympathetic tone → ↑ BP + ↑ ventilation",
"<b>CNS Ischemic Response (Cushing Reflex):</b> Extreme cerebral ischemia → massive "
"sympathetic discharge → severe HTN → reflex bradycardia. "
"Sign of dangerously ↑ ICP (Cushing's triad: ↑BP + bradycardia + irregular breathing)",
]),
("INTERMEDIATE (Minutes–Hours)",MID_BLUE,[
"<b>RAAS:</b> ↓ Renal perfusion → renin → angiotensin I → ACE → Ang II → "
"vasoconstriction (AT1) + aldosterone (adrenal cortex) → Na⁺/H₂O retention → ↑ blood volume",
"<b>ADH/Vasopressin:</b> Released from posterior pituitary in response to ↓ BP or "
"↑ plasma osmolality → water retention (V2, collecting duct) + vasoconstriction (V1)",
"<b>Epinephrine/Norepinephrine from adrenal medulla:</b> Sympathetic activation → "
"↑ HR, ↑ contractility, vasoconstriction (α₁) + vasodilation in skeletal muscle (β₂)",
]),
("LONG-TERM (Days–Weeks)",TEAL,[
"<b>Renal Pressure Natriuresis:</b> Primary long-term BP regulator. "
"↑ MAP → ↑ renal Na⁺/H₂O excretion → ↓ blood volume → ↓ CO → ↓ MAP (pressure diuresis)",
"<b>ANP/BNP:</b> Released from atria/ventricles when stretched by volume overload → "
"vasodilation + ↑ Na⁺ excretion → ↓ blood volume and BP",
"<b>Structural Vascular Remodeling:</b> Chronic HTN → smooth muscle hypertrophy → "
"↑ wall:lumen ratio → normalizes wall stress but entrains elevated pressure set-point",
]),
]:
bt = Table([[Paragraph(f"<b>{title}</b>",ParagraphStyle("rt",fontSize=10,
fontName="Helvetica-Bold",textColor=WHITE))]],colWidths=["100%"])
bt.setStyle(TableStyle([("BACKGROUND",(0,0),(-1,-1),col),
("TOPPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),6),("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),6),
("LEFTPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),10)]))
el.append(bt)
for pt in pts:
el.append(Paragraph(f"• {pt}", s["bul"]))
el.append(Spacer(1,5))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph("Blood Pressure Classification (ACC/AHA 2017)", s["h2"]))
bpd = [[Paragraph("<b>Category</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>SBP (mmHg)</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>DBP (mmHg)</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Action</b>",s["th"])]]
for cat,sb,db,ac in [
("Normal","< 120","< 80","Maintain healthy lifestyle; reassess in 1 year"),
("Elevated","120–129","< 80","Lifestyle modifications; reassess in 3–6 months"),
("Stage 1 HTN","130–139","80–89","Lifestyle ± antihypertensives if 10-yr ASCVD risk ≥ 10%"),
("Stage 2 HTN","≥ 140","≥ 90","Antihypertensive therapy + lifestyle; reassess monthly"),
("Hypertensive Crisis","≥ 180","≥ 120","Urgent evaluation; IV therapy if target organ damage (emergency)"),
("Hypotension / Shock","< 90","< 60","Volume resuscitation, vasopressors, identify/treat cause"),
]:
bpd.append([Paragraph(cat,s["td"]),Paragraph(sb,s["td_c"]),
Paragraph(db,s["td_c"]),Paragraph(ac,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(bpd,[4*cm,3*cm,3*cm,6*cm],DARK_RED,LIGHT_RED))
el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_coronary(el, s):
el.append(Banner("8. CORONARY CIRCULATION & MYOCARDIAL OXYGEN"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph("Coronary Artery Anatomy", s["h2"]))
cad = [[Paragraph("<b>Vessel</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Origin</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Territory Supplied</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Key Branches</b>",s["th"])]]
for v,o,t,b in [
("Left Main (LMCA)","Left aortic sinus of Valsalva","~75% of LV in right-dominant anatomy",
"Bifurcates into LAD + LCx; LMCA stenosis = 'widow maker equivalent'"),
("LAD (Left Anterior Descending)\n— 'Widow Maker'","Left main","Anterior LV wall, anterior 2/3 septum, apex, anterior papillary muscle, bundle branches",
"Diagonal branches (D1, D2), septal perforators"),
("LCx (Left Circumflex)","Left main","Lateral & posterior LV, LA, SA node (40% of people)",
"Obtuse marginal branches (OM1, OM2); PDA in left-dominant"),
("RCA (Right Coronary Artery)","Right aortic sinus of Valsalva",
"RA, RV free wall, inferior LV (right-dominant); AV node (90%), SA node (60%)",
"PDA (right-dominant), acute marginal branch, RV marginal"),
]:
cad.append([Paragraph(v,s["td"]),Paragraph(o,s["td"]),Paragraph(t,s["td"]),Paragraph(b,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(cad,[3.5*cm,3.5*cm,5*cm,4*cm],CRIMSON,LIGHT_RED))
infobox(el,
"<b>Dominance:</b> Right-dominant 85% (RCA gives PDA). Left-dominant 8% (LCx gives PDA). "
"Co-dominant 7%. <b>Coronary flow timing:</b> LV perfusion occurs primarily in <b>diastole</b> "
"(systolic myocardial compression obliterates subendocardial vessels). "
"RV receives flow in both systole and diastole (lower wall pressure).",
LIGHT_ORANGE, s, ORANGE)
el.append(Paragraph("Myocardial O₂ Supply vs. Demand", s["h2"]))
od = Table([
[Paragraph("<b>O₂ SUPPLY Factors</b>",ParagraphStyle("sf",fontSize=10,fontName="Helvetica-Bold",textColor=TEAL)),
Paragraph("<b>O₂ DEMAND Factors</b>",ParagraphStyle("df",fontSize=10,fontName="Helvetica-Bold",textColor=DARK_RED))],
[Paragraph(
"• Coronary blood flow (diastole-dependent)<br/>"
"• Diastolic duration (inversely ∝ HR)<br/>"
"• Coronary perfusion pressure = DBP − LVEDP<br/>"
"• Arterial O₂ content (Hb × SaO₂)<br/>"
"• Coronary vasodilator reserve<br/>"
"• Collateral circulation<br/>"
"• Metabolic regulators: adenosine, NO, KATP channels",
s["body"]),
Paragraph(
"• <b>Heart rate</b> (most important — ↑HR ↓ diastolic time & ↑ work)<br/>"
"• Ventricular wall tension (Laplace: ↑ radius or ↑ pressure)<br/>"
"• Contractility (inotropy ↑ O₂ consumption)<br/>"
"• Stroke work = SV × MAP<br/>"
"• LV hypertrophy (↑ muscle mass → ↑ O₂ need)<br/>"
"• Temperature (fever ↑ O₂ demand)",
s["body"])],
], colWidths=[8*cm,8*cm])
od.setStyle(TableStyle([
("BACKGROUND",(0,0),(0,0),LIGHT_TEAL),("BACKGROUND",(1,0),(1,0),LIGHT_RED),
("BACKGROUND",(0,1),(0,1),LIGHT_TEAL),("BACKGROUND",(1,1),(1,1),LIGHT_RED),
("GRID",(0,0),(-1,-1),0.5,MED_GRAY),
("TOPPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),8),("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),8),
("LEFTPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),8),("VALIGN",(0,0),(-1,-1),"TOP"),
]))
el.append(od)
el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_vessels(el, s, p):
el.append(Banner("9. BLOOD VESSELS — STRUCTURE & CLASSIFICATION"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
img_row(el, p["vessels"], 14, 7.5,
"Figure 3. Comparative wall structure: Artery (thick tunica media), "
"Vein (valves, thin wall), Capillary (single endothelial layer)", s)
el.append(Paragraph("Vessel Wall Layers", s["h2"]))
wld = [[Paragraph("<b>Layer</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Composition</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Function</b>",s["th"])]]
for la,co,fn in [
("Tunica Intima\n(innermost)","Single endothelial cell layer + subendothelial CT + internal elastic lamina (IEL)",
"Blood-contacting surface; produces NO + PGI₂ (anti-thrombotic); "
"regulates vascular tone; site of atherosclerosis initiation"),
("Tunica Media\n(middle)","Smooth muscle cells + elastic fibers + collagen. "
"Thickest in elastic arteries (aorta); moderate in muscular arteries; thin in veins",
"Vasoconstriction/vasodilation (controls resistance); "
"elastic recoil in aorta (Windkessel effect maintains diastolic pressure after LV relaxes)"),
("Tunica Adventitia\n(outermost)","Dense irregular CT; collagen & elastin; "
"vasa vasorum (nutrient supply); nervi vasorum (sympathetic innervation)",
"Structural support; anchors vessel; sympathetic innervation controls vasomotor tone"),
]:
wld.append([Paragraph(la,s["td"]),Paragraph(co,s["td"]),Paragraph(fn,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(wld,[3*cm,6*cm,7*cm],DEEP_BLUE,LIGHT_BLUE))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph("Classification of Blood Vessels", s["h2"]))
vcd = [[Paragraph("<b>Type</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Examples</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Diameter</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Role</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Distinguishing Feature</b>",s["th"])]]
for ty,ex,di,ro,df in [
("Elastic Arteries","Aorta, pulmonary A., brachiocephalic","> 10 mm",
"Conduct blood from heart; Windkessel effect dampens pulse",
"Abundant elastic fiber in media; stretch during systole, recoil during diastole"),
("Muscular Arteries","Coronary, femoral, cerebral, renal","0.3–10 mm",
"Distribute blood to organs; active vasomotion",
"Thick smooth muscle; well-defined IEL and EEL"),
("Arterioles","Terminal arterioles, metarterioles","10–100 µm",
"<b>Major resistance vessels</b> — control capillary bed perfusion",
"1–2 smooth muscle layers; controlled by ANS, metabolites, hormones"),
("Capillaries","Continuous, fenestrated, sinusoidal","4–10 µm",
"Exchange: O₂/CO₂, nutrients, waste",
"Single endothelial layer only; no smooth muscle; pericytes present"),
("Venules","Post-capillary, collecting","10–100 µm",
"Collect from capillaries; WBC extravasation site in inflammation",
"Thin walls; high permeability; P-selectin expression in inflammation"),
("Veins","Saphenous, femoral, jugular, portal, vena cava","0.1–30 mm",
"<b>Capacitance vessels</b> — hold 65–70% of blood volume",
"Thin walls; large lumen; bicuspid venous valves; vasa vasorum"),
]:
vcd.append([Paragraph(ty,s["td"]),Paragraph(ex,s["td"]),Paragraph(di,s["td_c"]),
Paragraph(ro,s["td"]),Paragraph(df,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(vcd,[3*cm,3*cm,2*cm,3.5*cm,4.5*cm],TEAL,LIGHT_TEAL))
el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_micro(el, s):
el.append(Banner("10. MICROCIRCULATION & STARLING FORCES"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph(
"The microcirculation (arterioles, capillaries, venules) is the site of nutrient "
"and gas exchange between blood and tissues. Fluid movement is governed by "
"<b>Starling forces</b> (Ernest Starling, 1896).", s["body"]))
el.append(Paragraph("Starling Forces Equation", s["h2"]))
infobox(el,
"<b>Net Filtration Pressure = (Pc + πi) − (Pi + πc)</b><br/><br/>"
"<b>Pc</b> = Capillary hydrostatic pressure (favors FILTRATION out): ~35 mmHg (arterial end), ~15 mmHg (venous end)<br/>"
"<b>πc</b> = Plasma oncotic pressure (favors REABSORPTION in): ~25 mmHg (albumin, globulins)<br/>"
"<b>Pi</b> = Interstitial hydrostatic pressure (slightly negative ~−3 mmHg, favors FILTRATION out)<br/>"
"<b>πi</b> = Interstitial oncotic pressure (favors FILTRATION out): ~8 mmHg<br/><br/>"
"• <b>Arterial end:</b> Net outward pressure ≈ +10 mmHg → fluid LEAVES capillary into interstitium<br/>"
"• <b>Venous end:</b> Net inward pressure ≈ −7 mmHg → fluid ENTERS capillary<br/>"
"• Remainder (~10–15% of filtered fluid) is returned by <b>lymphatics</b> to the venous circulation<br/>"
"• <b>Edema</b> occurs when: ↑ Pc (HF, venous obstruction), ↓ πc (hypoalbuminemia, cirrhosis), "
"↑ capillary permeability (inflammation, ARDS), or lymphatic obstruction",
LIGHT_BLUE, s, MID_BLUE)
el.append(Paragraph("Capillary Types", s["h3"]))
cpd = [[Paragraph("<b>Type</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Structure</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Location</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Permeability</b>",s["th"])]]
for t,st,lo,pe in [
("Continuous","Tight junctions; minimal intercellular clefts; pinocytotic vesicles",
"Muscle, lung, skin, CNS (Blood-Brain Barrier)","Low; restricts most molecules"),
("Fenestrated","Transcellular pores (fenestrae) covered by thin diaphragm",
"Kidney glomeruli, intestinal villi, endocrine glands","Moderate-high; rapid fluid & small molecule exchange"),
("Sinusoidal\n(Discontinuous)","Large gaps between cells; discontinuous basement membrane",
"Liver, spleen, bone marrow, adrenal cortex","Very high; allows proteins and blood cells to pass freely"),
]:
cpd.append([Paragraph(t,s["td"]),Paragraph(st,s["td"]),
Paragraph(lo,s["td"]),Paragraph(pe,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(cpd,[2.5*cm,5*cm,4.5*cm,4*cm],ORANGE,LIGHT_ORANGE))
el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_resistance(el, s):
el.append(Banner("11. REGULATION OF PERIPHERAL RESISTANCE"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
el.append(Paragraph(
"Vascular resistance is primarily determined by arteriolar diameter. "
"<b>Poiseuille's Law:</b> R ∝ L × η / r⁴. A 2× increase in radius reduces resistance "
"16-fold. Three overlapping control mechanisms operate at arterioles:",
s["body"]))
rd = [[Paragraph("<b>Mechanism</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Vasodilators</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Vasoconstrictors</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Primary Site / Significance</b>",s["th"])]]
for m,vd_,vc,si in [
("Myogenic\n(Local Pressure)","↓ Transmural pressure → SMC relaxation",
"↑ Transmural pressure → SMC contraction",
"Cerebral, renal arterioles — pressure autoregulation maintains constant flow over wide MAP range"),
("Metabolic\n(Local)","↓ O₂, ↑ CO₂, ↑ H⁺, ↑ K⁺, ↑ adenosine, ↑ lactate, ↑ NO, ↑ osmolarity",
"↑ O₂ (hyperoxia), ↓ metabolic activity",
"Skeletal muscle, myocardium, brain — matches blood flow precisely to local metabolic demand"),
("Neural\n(Autonomic)","β₂-adrenergic (epinephrine), ACh via NO (parasympathetic), VIP",
"α₁-adrenergic (NE, Epi), neuropeptide Y",
"Most systemic arterioles; splanchnic & cutaneous beds; rapid central control"),
("Hormonal\n(Humoral)","ANP/BNP, prostacyclin (PGI₂), bradykinin, histamine (H₂), adrenomedullin",
"Ang II (AT1), vasopressin (V1), endothelin-1, thromboxane A₂, serotonin",
"Systemic & regional; longer latency; important in chronic BP regulation"),
]:
rd.append([Paragraph(m,s["td"]),Paragraph(vd_,s["td"]),
Paragraph(vc,s["td"]),Paragraph(si,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(rd,[2.5*cm,4.5*cm,4.5*cm,4.5*cm],PURPLE,LIGHT_PURPLE))
el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_special(el, s):
el.append(Banner("12. SPECIAL CIRCULATIONS"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
specs = [
("Pulmonary Circulation",DEEP_BLUE,[
("Normal PAP","25/8 mmHg; mean ~15 mmHg (vs systemic 120/80); low resistance (PVR ~1/10th SVR)"),
("Hypoxic Vasoconstriction","HPV: low alveolar O₂ → pulmonary arterial constriction → diverts blood to better ventilated areas (V/Q matching) — opposite to systemic response"),
("Pulmonary HTN","mPAP > 25 mmHg at rest; causes RV pressure overload → RV hypertrophy → cor pulmonale → RV failure"),
("Fluid balance","Net fluid filtration into alveolar interstitium → cleared by lymphatics; impaired in LHF → pulmonary edema"),
]),
("Cerebral Circulation",TEAL,[
("CBF","~750 mL/min (15% CO); brain consumes ~20% of total body O₂ despite being 2% of body weight"),
("Autoregulation","Maintains constant CBF over MAP 60–150 mmHg via myogenic + metabolic mechanisms"),
("CO₂ Reactivity","↑ PaCO₂ → cerebral vasodilation (most potent cerebrovascular regulator); ↓ PaCO₂ → vasoconstriction (therapeutic in ↑ ICP — hyperventilate to ↓ PaCO₂ → ↓ CBF → ↓ ICP)"),
("Blood-Brain Barrier","Tight junctions of cerebral endothelium + astrocyte end-feet; restricts most molecules; allows O₂, CO₂, glucose, lipid-soluble drugs; disrupted in meningitis, ischemia"),
]),
("Renal Circulation",ORANGE,[
("CBF","~1200 mL/min = 20–25% CO; highest blood flow per gram of any organ"),
("GFR","~125 mL/min; regulated by afferent (renin: constricts) & efferent arteriolar tone (ACE: dilates efferent)"),
("Autoregulation","Maintained MAP 80–180 mmHg via myogenic + tubuloglomerular feedback (macula densa)"),
("RAAS","JG cells release renin → Ang II → vasoconstriction + aldosterone; ACE inhibitors block Ang II → ↓ GFR → ↑ K⁺"),
]),
("Splanchnic Circulation",CRIMSON,[
("Flow","~30% resting CO; enormous venous reservoir; portal blood flow ~1 L/min"),
("Portal System","Absorbs nutrients from GI tract → portal vein → liver first-pass metabolism"),
("Dual Hepatic Supply","75% portal vein (nutrient-rich, low O₂) + 25% hepatic artery (oxygenated)"),
("Shock Response","Splanchnic vasoconstriction in hemorrhagic shock redistributes blood to vital organs; prolonged ischemia → bacterial translocation across gut wall → sepsis"),
]),
]
for title,col,pts in specs:
bt = Table([[Paragraph(f"<b>{title}</b>",ParagraphStyle("st",fontSize=10.5,
fontName="Helvetica-Bold",textColor=WHITE))]],colWidths=["100%"])
bt.setStyle(TableStyle([("BACKGROUND",(0,0),(-1,-1),col),
("TOPPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),6),("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),6),
("LEFTPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),10)]))
el.append(bt)
pd_ = [[Paragraph("<b>Feature</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Detail</b>",s["th"])]]
for f,d in pts:
pd_.append([Paragraph(f,s["td"]),Paragraph(d,s["td"])])
pt = Table(pd_,colWidths=[4*cm,12*cm])
pt.setStyle(TableStyle([("BACKGROUND",(0,0),(-1,0),col),
("ROWBACKGROUNDS",(0,1),(-1,-1),[WHITE,LIGHT_GRAY]),
("GRID",(0,0),(-1,-1),0.4,MED_GRAY),
("TOPPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),5),("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),5),
("LEFTPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1),7)]))
el.append(pt); el.append(Spacer(1,7))
el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_clinical(el, s):
el.append(Banner("13. CLINICAL CORRELATES & CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
cd = [[Paragraph("<b>Condition</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Pathophysiology</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Key Features</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Treatment Principles</b>",s["th"])]]
for co,pa,kf,tr in [
("Heart Failure\n(HFrEF, EF < 40%)","↓ LV contractility → ↓ CO → compensatory RAAS + SNS activation + ventricular remodeling (dilatation + eccentric hypertrophy)",
"Exertional dyspnea, orthopnea, PND, S3 gallop, pulmonary edema, JVD, peripheral edema, ↑ BNP/NT-proBNP",
"ACEi/ARB, β-blocker (carvedilol, metoprolol), MRA (spironolactone), SGLT2i, loop diuretics; CRT if LBBB; ICD if EF < 35%"),
("Heart Failure\n(HFpEF, EF ≥ 50%)","Diastolic dysfunction — impaired LV relaxation + ↑ LV stiffness → ↑ filling pressures despite preserved EF",
"Exercise intolerance, S4 gallop, LA enlargement, AF, ↑ BNP, normal or ↑ EF",
"Diuretics (congestion), rate control in AF, treat HTN/obesity/DM; SGLT2i reduce hospitalizations"),
("STEMI","Coronary plaque rupture → thrombus → complete occlusion → ischemia → infarction → myocyte necrosis within 20–40 min",
"ST elevation ≥ 1 mm (2+ contiguous leads), new LBBB, ↑ troponin I/T, ↑ CK-MB, RWMA on echo",
"Primary PCI (goal: door-to-balloon ≤ 90 min) or fibrinolysis (≤ 30 min); dual antiplatelet (aspirin + P2Y12i); anticoagulation; β-blocker; high-intensity statin; ACEi"),
("Cardiogenic Shock","Massive LV failure (large MI, acute HF) → ↓↓ CO despite adequate preload → tissue hypoperfusion",
"SBP < 90 mmHg, CI < 1.8 L/min/m², PCWP > 18 mmHg, cold/clammy skin, oliguria, ↑ lactate, ↑ ScvO₂",
"Revascularization (primary PCI); inotropes (dobutamine); vasopressors (norepinephrine); MCS (Impella, IABP); transfer to hub center"),
("Atrial Fibrillation\n(AF)","Disorganized atrial electrical activity → loss of atrial kick → ↑ stroke risk (LA thrombus formation)",
"Irregularly irregular pulse, absent P waves, variable RR interval, palpitations, dyspnea, ↑ stroke risk",
"Rate control (BB, CCB, digoxin); rhythm control (cardioversion, ablation, antiarrhythmics); anticoagulation based on CHA₂DS₂-VASc score"),
("Aortic Stenosis (AS)","Progressive valve calcification → LV outflow obstruction → ↑ LV afterload → concentric LVH → HF",
"Classic triad: syncope, angina, dyspnea; harsh crescendo-decrescendo systolic murmur (RUSB), ↓ pulse pressure, AVA < 1 cm²",
"SAVR (surgical) or TAVR (transcatheter) when severe and symptomatic; no proven medical therapy to delay progression"),
("Mitral Regurgitation\n(MR)","Incomplete mitral valve closure → retrograde systolic flow LA → LA/LV volume overload",
"Holosystolic murmur (apex → axilla), S3, LA enlargement, AF, pulmonary HTN in chronic severe MR",
"Vasodilators (↓ afterload, ↑ forward flow); surgical repair preferred over replacement; MitraClip (transcatheter) for non-surgical candidates"),
("Cardiac Tamponade","Pericardial fluid accumulation → extrinsic cardiac compression → ↓ diastolic filling → ↓ CO",
"Beck's Triad: hypotension + JVD + muffled heart sounds; pulsus paradoxus > 10 mmHg; electrical alternans; equalization of pressures on right-heart catheterization",
"Emergency pericardiocentesis (needle drainage); pericardial window for recurrent; treat underlying cause"),
]:
cd.append([Paragraph(co,s["td"]),Paragraph(pa,s["td"]),
Paragraph(kf,s["td"]),Paragraph(tr,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(cd,[3.2*cm,4.3*cm,4*cm,4.5*cm],DARK_RED,LIGHT_RED))
el.append(PageBreak())
def sec_summary(el, s, p):
el.append(Banner("14. QUICK-REFERENCE TABLES & NORMAL VALUES"))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.3*cm))
# Normal values
el.append(Paragraph("Normal Cardiovascular Hemodynamic Values", s["h2"]))
nvd = [[Paragraph("<b>Parameter</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Normal Value</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Unit</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Significance / Notes</b>",s["th"])]]
for p_,v,u,n in [
("Heart Rate","60–100","bpm","< 60 = bradycardia; > 100 = tachycardia"),
("Systemic BP (SBP/DBP)","120/80","mmHg","HTN if SBP ≥ 130 or DBP ≥ 80 (ACC/AHA 2017)"),
("MAP","70–105","mmHg","Organ perfusion pressure; sepsis target ≥ 65 mmHg"),
("Pulse Pressure","30–50","mmHg","Narrow < 25 (AS, tamponade, HF); wide > 60 (AR, atherosclerosis, fever)"),
("Cardiac Output (CO)","4–6","L/min","Low output if < 3.5 L/min"),
("Cardiac Index (CI)","2.5–4.0","L/min/m²","Cardiogenic shock < 2.2"),
("Stroke Volume","60–80","mL/beat","Primary determinant of pulse pressure"),
("Ejection Fraction","55–70","%","HFrEF < 40%; HFmrEF 40–49%; HFpEF ≥ 50%"),
("CVP (RA pressure)","2–8","mmHg","Surrogate for RV preload"),
("PCWP","6–12","mmHg","> 18 mmHg = pulmonary edema threshold; reflects LA pressure"),
("PA Pressure (systolic/diastolic)","15–30 / 4–12","mmHg","mPAP > 25 = pulmonary hypertension"),
("SVR","800–1200","dyne·s/cm⁵","↑ in HTN; ↓ in sepsis/anaphylaxis"),
("PVR","< 250","dyne·s/cm⁵","↑ in pulmonary HTN, PE, ARDS"),
("QTc Interval","< 440 (♂) / < 460 (♀)","ms","QTc > 500 ms = high TdP risk"),
("BNP (Heart Failure marker)","< 100","pg/mL","HF likely if > 400; grey zone 100–400 pg/mL"),
]:
nvd.append([Paragraph(p_,s["td"]),Paragraph(v,s["td_c"]),
Paragraph(u,s["td_c"]),Paragraph(n,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(nvd,[4.5*cm,3.5*cm,2.5*cm,5.5*cm],DARK_RED,LIGHT_RED))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.4*cm))
# Drug classes
el.append(Paragraph("Cardiovascular Drug Classes — Quick Reference", s["h2"]))
dd = [[Paragraph("<b>Drug Class</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Mechanism</b>",s["th"]),
Paragraph("<b>Key Examples</b>",s["th"]),Paragraph("<b>Indications / Notes</b>",s["th"])]]
for dc,mc,ex,ind in [
("ACE Inhibitors","Block ACE → ↓ Ang II → vasodilation + ↓ aldosterone",
"Lisinopril, Ramipril, Enalapril","HFrEF, post-MI, DM nephropathy; avoid in pregnancy; cough (bradykinin)"),
("ARBs","Block AT1 receptor → vasodilation + ↓ aldosterone",
"Losartan, Valsartan, Candesartan","Same as ACEi; preferred if ACEi cough; less angioedema risk"),
("ARNI","Neprilysin inhibitor + ARB → ↑ natriuretic peptides + ↓ RAAS",
"Sacubitril/Valsartan (Entresto)","Superior to ACEi in HFrEF (PARADIGM-HF trial)"),
("β-Blockers","β₁ blockade → ↓ HR, ↓ contractility, ↓ renin",
"Metoprolol, Carvedilol, Bisoprolol","HFrEF, post-MI, angina, HTN, AF rate control; avoid acute decompensation"),
("Calcium Channel Blockers","Block L-type Ca²⁺: DHP → vasodilation; Non-DHP → ↓ HR + contractility",
"Amlodipine (DHP); Diltiazem/Verapamil (non-DHP)","HTN, angina (DHP); AF rate (non-DHP); non-DHP avoided in HFrEF"),
("Loop Diuretics","Inhibit NKCC2 (loop of Henle) → powerful natriuresis/diuresis",
"Furosemide, Bumetanide, Torsemide","Volume overload (HF, CKD); pulmonary edema; hypertensive emergency"),
("Thiazide Diuretics","Inhibit NCC (distal tubule) → ↓ Na/H₂O reabsorption",
"Hydrochlorothiazide, Chlorthalidone","First-line uncomplicated HTN; additive with RAASi; monitor K⁺, glucose"),
("MRA","Block aldosterone receptor → ↓ Na reabsorption, ↓ K⁺ excretion",
"Spironolactone, Eplerenone","HFrEF (mortality ↓), resistant HTN, hyperaldosteronism; monitor K⁺"),
("SGLT2 Inhibitors","Block proximal tubule SGLT2 → glucosuria + natriuresis + osmotic diuresis",
"Empagliflozin, Dapagliflozin","HFrEF + HFpEF, CKD, T2DM with CVD; ↓ CV death + HF hospitalization"),
("Statins","Inhibit HMG-CoA reductase → ↓ LDL + pleiotropic anti-inflammatory effects",
"Atorvastatin, Rosuvastatin (high intensity)","Atherosclerotic CVD prevention; mandatory post-ACS; ↑ LFTs, myopathy"),
("Antiplatelets","Inhibit platelet aggregation: ASA (COX-1), clopidogrel/ticagrelor (P2Y12)",
"Aspirin, Clopidogrel, Ticagrelor, Prasugrel","ACS, PCI (dual antiplatelet), AF (prefer OAC), PAD"),
("Anticoagulants","Inhibit clotting cascade (heparin), vitamin K (warfarin), factor Xa/IIa (DOACs)",
"Heparin, Enoxaparin, Warfarin, Rivaroxaban, Apixaban","AF (stroke prevention), VTE treatment/prevention, ACS, mechanical valves"),
]:
dd.append([Paragraph(dc,s["td"]),Paragraph(mc,s["td"]),
Paragraph(ex,s["td"]),Paragraph(ind,s["td"])])
el.append(tbl(dd,[3*cm,4*cm,3.5*cm,5.5*cm],TEAL,LIGHT_TEAL))
el.append(Spacer(1,0.4*cm))
infobox(el,
"<b>Document Complete.</b> This comprehensive CVS reference covers: Overview · "
"Heart anatomy (chambers/valves/layers) · Cardiac conduction system & ECG · "
"Cardiac cycle phases & heart sounds · Cardiac output, preload, afterload, contractility · "
"Frank-Starling law & Laplace's law · Blood pressure regulation (short/intermediate/long-term) · "
"Coronary circulation & O₂ balance · Blood vessel types & wall structure · "
"Microcirculation & Starling forces · Peripheral resistance regulation · "
"Special circulations (pulmonary, cerebral, renal, splanchnic) · "
"Clinical correlates (HF, MI, shock, AF, valvular disease, tamponade) · "
"Normal hemodynamic values & CVS drug classes.",
LIGHT_BLUE, s, DARK_RED)
# ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
def main():
output = "/home/daytona/workspace/cvs-pdf/CVS_Anatomy_Physiology_Comprehensive.pdf"
paths = dl_imgs()
s = S()
doc = SimpleDocTemplate(
output, pagesize=A4,
leftMargin=M, rightMargin=M,
topMargin=1.4*cm, bottomMargin=1.2*cm,
title="Cardiovascular System — Anatomy & Physiology",
author="Orris Medical Reference",
subject="CVS Human Physiology — Comprehensive Reference",
)
el = []
cover(el, s, paths)
toc_page(el, s)
sec_overview(el, s)
sec_anatomy(el, s, paths)
sec_conduction(el, s, paths)
sec_cardiac_cycle(el, s)
sec_co(el, s)
sec_frank_starling(el, s)
sec_bp(el, s)
sec_coronary(el, s)
sec_vessels(el, s, paths)
sec_micro(el, s)
sec_resistance(el, s)
sec_special(el, s)
sec_clinical(el, s)
sec_summary(el, s, paths)
doc.build(el, onFirstPage=lambda c,d: None, onLaterPages=page_deco)
sz = os.path.getsize(output) / 1024 / 1024
print(f"SUCCESS: {output} ({sz:.2f} MB)")
if __name__ == "__main__":
main()
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CVS Anatomy Physiology Comprehensive
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What's inside (14 sections, ~26 pages):
| # | Section | Key Content |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Overview of the CVS | 7 primary functions table, dual circulation summary |
| 2 | Heart Anatomy | Diagram Fig.1, wall layers, 4-chamber table with pressures, all 4 valves (type/location/mechanism) |
| 3 | Cardiac Conduction & ECG | Diagram Fig.2, SA/AV/Purkinje table with rates, full ECG waveform table (P, PR, QRS, ST, T, QT) with abnormalities |
| 4 | Cardiac Cycle | 7-phase color-coded flowchart (systole/diastole), heart sounds S1–S4 table |
| 5 | Cardiac Output | Formula box (CO = HR × SV), 7 derived parameters (CI, EF, SVR, PVR, DO₂), preload/afterload/contractility table |
| 6 | Frank-Starling Law | Mechanism, sarcomere level, Starling curve states table, Laplace's Law |
| 7 | Blood Pressure | BP = CO × SVR, 3-tier regulation (baroreceptors, RAAS/ADH, renal natriuresis), ACC/AHA BP classification table |
| 8 | Coronary Circulation | LAD/LCx/RCA anatomy table, dominance, O₂ supply vs demand comparison |
| 9 | Blood Vessels | Diagram Fig.3, 3 wall layers, 6-vessel type classification (elastic/muscular/arteriole/capillary/venule/vein) |
| 10 | Microcirculation | Starling forces equation with all 4 components, edema causes, 3 capillary types |
| 11 | Peripheral Resistance | Poiseuille's law, 4 control mechanisms (myogenic/metabolic/neural/hormonal) |
| 12 | Special Circulations | Pulmonary (HPV), Cerebral (autoregulation, BBB), Renal (GFR, RAAS), Splanchnic (portal system) |
| 13 | Clinical Correlates | 8 diseases: HFrEF, HFpEF, STEMI, Cardiogenic shock, AF, Aortic stenosis, MR, Tamponade |
| 14 | Quick Reference | 15 normal hemodynamic values + 12 drug classes (ACEi, ARB, ARNI, β-blocker, CCB, diuretics, SGLT2i, statins, antiplatelets, anticoagulants) |
Sources: Guyton & Hall Medical Physiology 14e | Barash Clinical Anesthesia 9e | Sabiston Textbook of Surgery | Costanzo Physiology 7e
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