Snapshot A medical student is shadowing a cardiologist for the day. In clinic, a 60-year-old man presents for follow-up after having a myocardial infarction 1 month ago. His comorbidities include type 2 diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis, and hypertension. The cardiologist explains that because of the myocardial infarction, he has likely lost some amount of myocardium. Therefore, this patient’s Starling Curve is changed from baseline. (Negative inotropy) Introduction The Frank-Starling relationship login to view 6 more bullets Contractility (inotropy) login to view 1 more bullet Positive inotropy login to view 2 more bullets Negative inotropy login to view 2 more bullets