Another way to illustrate this is simply to list the factors which affect cvO2% (table below; Bloos 2005).  Based on the numerous factors involved, it should be clear that no simple relationship exists between cvO2% and cardiac output.  Indeed, an array of variables is involved in a veritable tug-of-war, with each variable tugging the cvO2% in a different direction.


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