| Lesion | Goal |
|---|---|
| Aortic stenosis | Sinus rhythm |
| Maintain HR | |
| Avoid decreased SVR | |
| Maintain venous return | |
| Aortic insufficiency | Mild increase in HR |
| Avoid increased SVR | |
| Mitral stenosis | Sinus rhythm |
| Decrease HR | |
| Maintain SVR | |
| Maintain venous return | |
| Mitral insufficiency | Sinus rhythm |
| Mild increase in HR | |
| Avoid increased SVR | |
| Avoid increased venous return |
HR = heart rate; SVR = systemic vascular resistance.