E(var) mutations lie in genes whose products are needed to activate gene expression. They include members of the SWI/SNF complex

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Reduced Ventricular

Ejection Ventricular pressure falls because the ventricles are no longer contracting.

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Reduced Ventricular Ejection

Because the aortic valve is still open, blood continues to be ejected from the left ventricle into the aorta, albeit at a reduced rate.

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Reduced Ventricular Ejection

Left atrial pressure continues to increase as blood returns to the left heart from the lungs.

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Reduced Ventricular Ejection

the ventricles begin to repolarize, which is marked by the beginning of the T wave on the ECG.

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Isovolumetric Ventricular Relaxation

Left ventricle is relaxed

Left ventricular pressure decreases

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 Isovolumetric Ventricular Relaxation

When left ventricular pressure falls below aortic pressure, the aortic valve closes.