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Which of the following myocardial infarction complications is most likely to occur within the first 48 hours and is a major cause of death during this period?
Which of the following myocardial infarction complications is most likely to occur within the first 48 hours and is a major cause of death during this period?
- Papillary Muscle Rupture
- Acute Postinfarction Fibrinous Pericarditis
- Cardiac Arrhythmia (correct)
- Interventricular Septal Rupture
A patient presents with pleuritic chest pain, a pericardial friction rub, and pericardial effusion following a myocardial infarction. Which of the listed complications is most likely to be the cause?
A patient presents with pleuritic chest pain, a pericardial friction rub, and pericardial effusion following a myocardial infarction. Which of the listed complications is most likely to be the cause?
- Dressler Syndrome
- Ventricular Pseudoaneurysm Formation
- Ventricular Free Wall Rupture
- Acute Postinfarction Fibrinous Pericarditis (correct)
Which of the following complications of myocardial infarction is associated with the risk of acute mitral regurgitation?
Which of the following complications of myocardial infarction is associated with the risk of acute mitral regurgitation?
- Papillary Muscle Rupture (correct)
- True Ventricular Aneurysm
- Ventricular Pseudoaneurysm Formation
- Interventricular Septal Rupture
An increase in oxygen saturation in the right ventricle is most characteristic of which of the following complications following a myocardial infarction?
An increase in oxygen saturation in the right ventricle is most characteristic of which of the following complications following a myocardial infarction?
A rupture of the cardiac muscle contained by pericardium and scar tissue, but not including endocardium or myocardium, is most likely a:
A rupture of the cardiac muscle contained by pericardium and scar tissue, but not including endocardium or myocardium, is most likely a:
Which of these MI complications is most associated with sudden death due to cardiac tamponade from a free wall rupture?
Which of these MI complications is most associated with sudden death due to cardiac tamponade from a free wall rupture?
A patient develops a bulge in the wall of the left ventricle that dyskinetically contracts several months after a heart attack. This is most likely:
A patient develops a bulge in the wall of the left ventricle that dyskinetically contracts several months after a heart attack. This is most likely:
Which complication is caused by an autoimmune response to cardiac antigens released post-myocardial infarction?
Which complication is caused by an autoimmune response to cardiac antigens released post-myocardial infarction?
A patient who has suffered a myocardial infarction is experiencing severe pulmonary edema and cardiogenic shock. Which of the following complications is most likely responsible for these symptoms?
A patient who has suffered a myocardial infarction is experiencing severe pulmonary edema and cardiogenic shock. Which of the following complications is most likely responsible for these symptoms?
Which complication of a myocardial infarction can result in a ventricular septal defect, leading to increased oxygen saturation in the right ventricle?
Which complication of a myocardial infarction can result in a ventricular septal defect, leading to increased oxygen saturation in the right ventricle?
A patient has a myocardial infarction. Which of the following would be the earliest complication to manifest?
A patient has a myocardial infarction. Which of the following would be the earliest complication to manifest?
Which of the following MI complications is characterized by a rupture contained by pericardium and scar tissue but does not include the endocardium or the myocardium?
Which of the following MI complications is characterized by a rupture contained by pericardium and scar tissue but does not include the endocardium or the myocardium?
A patient with a myocardial infarction develops cardiac tamponade. This is most likely related to:
A patient with a myocardial infarction develops cardiac tamponade. This is most likely related to:
The posteromedial papillary muscle is more susceptible to rupture compared to the anterolateral papillary muscle due to:
The posteromedial papillary muscle is more susceptible to rupture compared to the anterolateral papillary muscle due to:
Which complication of a myocardial infarction involves a fibrinous inflammation of the pericardium caused by an autoimmune response?
Which complication of a myocardial infarction involves a fibrinous inflammation of the pericardium caused by an autoimmune response?
A patient presents with an outward bulge in the left ventricle that 'dyskinetically' contracts several months following a myocardial infarction. This is likely:
A patient presents with an outward bulge in the left ventricle that 'dyskinetically' contracts several months following a myocardial infarction. This is likely:
Which of the following complications of myocardial infarction is LEAST likely to be self-limiting?
Which of the following complications of myocardial infarction is LEAST likely to be self-limiting?
A patient who has experienced an MI develops a murmur, chest pain, and syncope. These symptoms are most consistent with which complication?
A patient who has experienced an MI develops a murmur, chest pain, and syncope. These symptoms are most consistent with which complication?
Which of the following complications of myocardial infarction presents with an increased risk in a patient who has had a previous MI?
Which of the following complications of myocardial infarction presents with an increased risk in a patient who has had a previous MI?
What is the primary mechanism behind the development of Dressler syndrome following a myocardial infarction?
What is the primary mechanism behind the development of Dressler syndrome following a myocardial infarction?
A patient develops cardiogenic shock 4 days after a myocardial infarction. Which complication could be responsible?
A patient develops cardiogenic shock 4 days after a myocardial infarction. Which complication could be responsible?
Why is the posteromedial papillary muscle more prone to rupture after a myocardial infarction than the anterolateral papillary muscle?
Why is the posteromedial papillary muscle more prone to rupture after a myocardial infarction than the anterolateral papillary muscle?
Which of the following is a defining characteristic of a true ventricular aneurysm, as opposed to a pseudoaneurysm, following a myocardial infarction?
Which of the following is a defining characteristic of a true ventricular aneurysm, as opposed to a pseudoaneurysm, following a myocardial infarction?
A patient with a myocardial infarction presents with symptoms of severe pulmonary edema. This is most likely the result of which complication?
A patient with a myocardial infarction presents with symptoms of severe pulmonary edema. This is most likely the result of which complication?
Which complication is characterized by inflammation of the pericardium occurring within 1-3 days post-myocardial infarction?
Which complication is characterized by inflammation of the pericardium occurring within 1-3 days post-myocardial infarction?
What complication of myocardial infarction is most likely to lead to acute mitral regurgitation due to muscle rupture within the first week?
What complication of myocardial infarction is most likely to lead to acute mitral regurgitation due to muscle rupture within the first week?
Which complication can occur between 3 to 14 days after myocardial infarction and is associated with the risk of cardiac tamponade?
Which complication can occur between 3 to 14 days after myocardial infarction and is associated with the risk of cardiac tamponade?
In which complication might a patient present with symptoms of cardiogenic shock and pulmonary edema a few days after a myocardial infarction?
In which complication might a patient present with symptoms of cardiogenic shock and pulmonary edema a few days after a myocardial infarction?
Following a myocardial infarction, which of the following complications is associated with the presence of an outward bulge during ventricular contraction?
Following a myocardial infarction, which of the following complications is associated with the presence of an outward bulge during ventricular contraction?
Which complication is caused by an autoimmune reaction, occurring several weeks after myocardial infarction?
Which complication is caused by an autoimmune reaction, occurring several weeks after myocardial infarction?
What is the main risk factor leading to a higher incidence of rupture in the posteromedial papillary muscle following myocardial infarction?
What is the main risk factor leading to a higher incidence of rupture in the posteromedial papillary muscle following myocardial infarction?
Which complication can be asymptomatic despite causing serious cardiovascular issues within days of a myocardial infarction?
Which complication can be asymptomatic despite causing serious cardiovascular issues within days of a myocardial infarction?
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Cardiac Arrhythmia
Cardiac Arrhythmia
A complication of MI that occurs within the first few days after the event, characterized by abnormal heart rhythms caused by myocardial death and scarring. This is a significant cause of death both before reaching the hospital and within the first 48 hours post-MI.
Acute Postinfarction Fibrinous Pericarditis
Acute Postinfarction Fibrinous Pericarditis
Inflammation of the pericardium, the sac surrounding the heart, occurring 1 to 3 days post-MI. Symptoms include chest pain, a pericardial friction rub, and fluid build-up in the pericardial sac.
Papillary Muscle Rupture
Papillary Muscle Rupture
A serious complication that occurs 2 to 7 days after MI, involving the rupture of a papillary muscle, a small muscle important for valve function.
Interventricular Septal Rupture
Interventricular Septal Rupture
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Ventricular Pseudoaneurysm
Ventricular Pseudoaneurysm
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Ventricular Free Wall Rupture
Ventricular Free Wall Rupture
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True Ventricular Aneurysm
True Ventricular Aneurysm
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Dressler Syndrome
Dressler Syndrome
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Cardiac Arrhythmia after MI
Cardiac Arrhythmia after MI
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Acute Postinfarction Pericarditis
Acute Postinfarction Pericarditis
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Study Notes
Myocardial Infarction Complications
- Cardiac Arrhythmias: Can be supraventricular or ventricular, or conduction blocks. Common cause of death in first 48 hours post-MI due to myocardial death and scarring.
Acute Postinfarction Fibrinous Pericarditis
- Time: 1-3 days
- Presentation: Inflammation of the pericardium (sac around the heart). Symptoms include pleuritic chest pain, pericardial friction rub, and pericardial effusion.
- Outcome: Usually self-limiting.
Papillary Muscle Rupture
- Time: 2-7 days
- Cause: Posteromedial papillary muscle more prone to rupture due to single artery blood supply (PDA) compared to anterolateral papillary muscle (dual LAD, LCX).
Interventricular Septal Rupture
- Time: 3-5 days
- Cause: Macrophage-mediated degradation leading to ventricular septal defect (VSD) and left ventricle oxygen saturation increase and RV pressure increase.
- Possible Complications: Acute mitral regurgitation, cardiogenic shock, and severe pulmonary edema. Symptoms may include cardiogenic shock, pulmonary edema, though may be asymptomatic.
Ventricular Pseudoaneurysm Formation
- Time: 3-14 days
- Cause: Free wall rupture contained by adherent pericardium or scar tissue. This (the pseudoaneurysm) does not include endocardium or myocardium.
- Risk: More likely to rupture than a true aneurysm.
- Complications: Cardiac tamponade (due to rupture). Symptoms can include chest pain from mural thrombus, murmur(s), arrhythmia, and syncope (fainting) possibly accompanied by Heart Failure (HF).
Ventricular Free Wall Rupture
- Time: 5-14 days
- Cause: Free wall rupture leading to cardiac tamponade.
- Outcome: Acute form usually leads to sudden death. Protective mechanisms like LV hypertrophy can offer protection against rupture.
- Possible Complications: Previous MI, LV hypertrophy. Symptoms can include chest pain, murmur(s), arrhythmia, and syncope (fainting), and Heart Failure (HF).
True Ventricular Aneurysm
- Time: 2 weeks to several months
- Characteristics: Outward bulge with contraction ("dyskinesia"). Associated with fibrosis.
Dressler Syndrome
- Time: After several weeks
- Cause: Fibrinous pericarditis due to autoimmune reaction. Cardiac antigens released after injury leading to immune complex deposition in the pericardium, causing inflammation.
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Test your knowledge on the complications arising from myocardial infarction. This quiz covers critical topics including cardiac arrhythmias, pericarditis, papillary muscle rupture, and more. Assess your understanding of the timing, causes, and outcomes of these conditions.
