Medicine Marrow Pg 351-360 (Cardiology)
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Which of the following describes a feature of very severe mitral stenosis (MS)?

  • Increased cardiac output
  • Increased pulmonary capillary wedge pressure (correct)
  • A continuous murmur
  • Left ventricular hypertrophy

    • Tricuspid regurgitation is characterized by a notable absence of pulsations.

    False

    What is absent in atrial fibrillation during mitral stenosis?

    Pre-systolic accentuation

    The duration of the mid diastolic murmur (MDM) is influenced by the amount of blood entering the left atrium (LA), leading to an increase in ____________.

    <p>left atrial pressure (LAP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following features with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>A2-OS = Shortening of the A2-OS interval with a noise RVH = Right ventricular hypertrophy Loud S1 = Increased velocity of contraction causing delayed closure Pre-systolic Accentuation = Due to atrial contraction at the end of MDM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following tests is specifically used to rule out left atrial clots?

    <p>TEE (Transesophageal Echo)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    New oral anticoagulants (NOACs) are recommended for patients with mitral stenosis.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for the use of indefinite warfarin in patients with mitral stenosis?

    <p>Atrial fibrillation or clots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Calcific mitral stenosis typically necessitates _______.

    <p>valve replacement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following contraindications with their corresponding situations:

    <p>Calcific mitral stenosis = Requires valve replacement Thrombus formation = Increased risk of stroke Predominant regurgitation = Not suitable for PmBV(C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which murmur is associated with pulmonary regurgitation?

    <p>Graham Steele murmur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Austin Flint murmur commonly occurs in patients with atrial fibrillation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a notable chest X-ray finding in patients with mitral stenosis?

    <p>Straightening of left heart border</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The sound of _____ is loud during mitral stenosis murmurs.

    <p>S1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following findings to their corresponding murmurs:

    <p>Atrial fibrillation = Mitral Stenosis Murmur Soft S3 = Austin Flint Murmur Loud S1 = Mitral Stenosis Murmur Hyperdynamic S2 = Austin Flint Murmur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is associated with hoarseness of voice?

    <p>Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve (RLN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Increased Left Atrial Pressure (LAP) can lead to hypotensive shock.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What clinical sign indicates a prominent 'a' wave in Jugular Venous Pressure (JVP)?

    <p>Increased central venous pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The associated symptom of ___________ is often seen in Chronic Bronchitis, characterized by blood streaked sputum.

    <p>hemoptysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following symptoms with their corresponding conditions:

    <p>Dyspnea = Pulmonary Edema Hoarseness of voice = Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve (RLN) Blood streaked sputum = Chronic Bronchitis Capillary rupture = Pulmonary Apoplexy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of acute mitral regurgitation (MR)?

    <p>Short systolic decrescendo murmur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Brockenbrough phenomenon is associated with increased left atrial pressure.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What immediate treatment is indicated for acute mitral regurgitation?

    <p>Nitroglycerin or sodium nitroprusside</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In mitral valve prolapse (MVP), the intensity of the murmur is __________.

    <p>unchanged or decreased</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following features with their corresponding conditions:

    <p>Increased left atrial pressure = Acute MR Normal cavity size = MVP Cool extremities = Cardiogenic shock Short systolic decrescendo murmur = Acute MR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of pericardial fluid?

    <p>Transmission of pressures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The outer parietal layer of the pericardium is pain insensitive.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is characterized by a fall in systolic blood pressure of more than 10 mm Hg during inspiration?

    <p>Pulsus paradoxus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Increased right heart filling causes the septum to be pushed to the left, resulting in decreased __________.

    <p>Cardiac Output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following layers of the pericardium with their respective features:

    <p>Outer Parietal = Pain sensitive Inner Visceral = Pain insensitive Pericarditis = Associated disease of the outer layer Acute Rheumatic Fever = Associated disease of the inner layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following signs is associated with systolic retraction of the apex?

    <p>Broadbent's sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cardiac tamponade typically presents with low ECG voltage.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definitive treatment for constrictive pericarditis?

    <p>Pericardial resection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The characteristic clinical sign observed in both cardiac tamponade and restrictive cardiomyopathy is __________.

    <p>Kussmaul's sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following cardiac conditions with their characteristics:

    <p>Cardiac Tamponade = Prominent x descent Constrictive Pericarditis = Thickened pericardium with calcification Restrictive Cardiomyopathy = Pericardial knock All = Low ECG voltage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mitral valve area indicative of severe mitral stenosis?

    <p>≤1.5 cm²</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dyspnea is significantly increased during stress or exercise in patients with mild to moderate mitral stenosis.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one common presentation of patients experiencing mild to moderate mitral stenosis.

    <p>Orthopnea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In mitral stenosis, a reduction in the diastolic filling time can lead to _____________ due to increased LAP.

    <p>dyspnea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following mitral stenosis symptoms with their corresponding details:

    <p>Orthopnea = Difficulty breathing while lying flat Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea = Sudden shortness of breath at night Pulmonary edema = Fluid accumulation in the lungs Dyspnea on tachycardia = Shortness of breath during rapid heart rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of mitral stenosis?

    <p>Rheumatic heart disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mitral stenosis typically leads to a gradual decrease in life expectancy within 5 years if untreated.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structural change occurs in the mitral valve during the progression of mitral stenosis?

    <p>Commissural fusion and calcification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The normal surface area of a mitral valve ranges from _______ cm².

    <p>4-6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the mitral valve components with their descriptions:

    <p>Anterior leaflet = Attached to annulus Chordae tendineae = Attached to papillary muscle Posterior leaflet = Consists of 3 lobes Lateral papillary muscle = Helps support mitral valve function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common etiology of Chronic Constrictive Pericarditis (CCP)?

    <p>Repeated acute viral pericarditis episodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pulsus paradoxus is present in most patients with Chronic Constrictive Pericarditis.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant hemodynamic change is observed during diastole in patients with Chronic Constrictive Pericarditis?

    <p>Dysfunction with elevation and equalization of diastolic pressure in all four chambers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Chronic Constrictive Pericarditis, the pericardium becomes __________, leading to impaired ventricular filling.

    <p>rock-like</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the Jugular Venous Pulse (JVP) features with their descriptions:

    <p>X-descent = Sharp, rapid decline due to normal atrial relaxation during systole Y-descent = Sharp descent indicating atrial emptying during initial diastole Kussmaul's sign = Increased JVP with inspiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Severe Mitral Stenosis

    • Increased Pulmonary Capillary Wedge Pressure (PCWP)
    • Elevated Pulmonary Artery End-Diastolic Pressure (PAEDP) leads to Pulmonary Hypertension (PHTN)
    • Right Ventricular Hypertrophy (RVH)
    • Tricuspid Regurgitation (TR)
      • Loud, palpable murmur
      • Prominent pulsations
      • Parasternal heave
      • Prominent v wave
    • Theory of Second Stenosis: Pulmonary vasoconstriction reduces blood entering the left atrium, leading to transient improvement in symptoms, but ultimately resulting in worsening Mitral Stenosis.
    • Left Ventricular (LV) failure is a leading cause of decreased cardiac output in very severe Mitral Stenosis.

    Mitral Stenosis (MS) Echocardiogram

    • Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE)
    • Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE) is used to rule out left atrial (LA) clots and tumors mimicking MS, such as left atrial myxoma.

    Mitral Stenosis (MS) Treatment

    • Indefinite warfarin for patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and blood clots.
    • New Oral Anticoagulants (NOACs) are not indicated in MS or prosthetic valve issues.
    • Percutaneous Mitral Balloon Valvotomy (PMBV(C)) (Commisurotomy)

    Mitral Stenosis (MS) Contraindications for PMBV(C)

    • Calcific MS requires valve replacement.
    • Presence of thrombus formation.
    • Predominant regurgitation.

    Mitral Valve Replacement

    • Beta-blockers play a crucial role in managing heart rate (life-saving).

    Mitral Stenosis (MS) Murmurs

    • A2-OS:
      • A2 (closure of active valves)
      • IVR (Isovolumetric Relaxation Period)
      • Opening snap (OS)
      • Shortening of A2-OS interval is associated with the severity of MS.
    • Duration of the Murmur:
      • Begins at the end of IVR
      • Incomplete opening of the mitral valve
      • Increased Left Atrial Pressure (LAP) leads to a longer murmur duration and increased severity of MS.
      • Mid-diastolic (decrescendo) murmur (MDM)
    • Pre-Systolic Accentuation:
      • Attributed to atrial contraction at the end of MDM.
      • Absent in atrial fibrillation (AF).
    • Loud S1:
      • Due to the position of the leaflet at the end of diastole, open and at the bottom, increasing the velocity of contraction.
      • Delayed closure.

    Mitral Stenosis (MS) vs. Austin Flint Murmur

    Feature Mitral Stenosis Murmur Austin Flint Murmur
    Rhythm Atrial fibrillation frequent Generally sinus rhythm
    Apex Tapping
    S1 Loud
    S2 +++ Hyperdynamic
    S3 Absent Soft
    Pulmonary hypertension Present Absent
    ECG findings + in AR with failure
    P pulmonale Increased P wave amplitude
    P mitrale Enhanced second hump in lead II Enhanced negative deflection in VI

    Mitral Stenosis (MS) Management

    • Investigations:
      • Chest X-ray (CXR) findings: Straightening of the left heart border, possible hypoplastic aorta, dilated pulmonary artery, LVH, cavity site.
    • AHA Classification:
      • Mild: Mitral Valve Area (MVA) > 1.5 cm²
      • Moderate: MVA ≤ 1.5 cm²
      • Severe: MVA ≤ 1.0 cm²
      • Very Severe: Not defined in the provided text.
    • Note:
      • Tricuspid valve is the largest in the body.
      • Mitral Stenosis is the most common valvular abnormality in Acute Rheumatic Fever.

    Mitral Stenosis (MS) Cardiac Events

    • Cardiac Cycle During Diastole:
      • Sa (closure of Aortic and Pulmonary Valves)
      • IVR (Isovolumetric Relaxation Period): The mitral valve opens incompletely at the end of IVR.
      • Rapid Filling
      • Reduced Filling
      • Atrial Systole

    Mild to Moderate Mitral Stenosis (MS)

    • Dyspnea is common with increased PCWP, elevated LAP, tachycardia, and lowered filling time due to shortened diastole.
    • Management: Beta-blockers to maintain a low heart rate.

    Pericardium

    • Anatomy:
      • Outer Parietal: Fibrous, somatopleuric mesoderm, pain-sensitive, associated with Pericarditis.
      • Inner Visceral: Collagen + Elastic fibers, splanchnopleuric mesoderm, pain-insensitive, associated with Acute Rheumatic Fever only.
    • Pericardial fluid: 50mL.
    • Functions:
      • Transmission of pressures
      • Interventricular dependence
      • Transmyocardial filling pressure
      • Concordance of systolic pressures, Discordance of diastolic pressures during inspiration

    Mitral Regurgitation

    • Brockenbrough Phenomenon: Post-ventricular premature contraction.
    • Compensatory Pause:
    • Prolonged Filling (↑ preload):
    • Notes:*
    In HCM In MVP
    Force of Contraction ↑ ↑
    Intensity of Murmur ↑ unchanged / ↓
    Gradient ↑ ↓
    Cavity Size Normal
    Duration of Murmur ↑
    Standing/Valsalva ↓preload
    After VPC unchanged/ ↓

    Acute Mitral Regurgitation (MR) Pathogenesis

    • Papillary muscle rupture or chordae rupture
    • Acute regurgitation into a non-compliant Left Atrium, leading to:
      • Increased LAP
      • Increased PCWP
      • Dyspnea (Pulmonary edema)
    • Reduced LV systolic function.
    • Short systolic decrescendo murmur

    Chronic Constrictive Pericarditis (CCP)

    • Etiology:
      • Repeated acute viral pericarditis episodes (most common)
      • Tuberculosis (TB) (second most common)
      • IgG4 related disease
    • Pathophysiology:
      • Symmetric fibrosis, thickening and calcification = rock-like pericardium, Impaired ventricular filling.
    • Hemodynamics:
      • Normal during systole (initial ⅓)
      • Dysfunction during diastole (later ⅔)
      • Increased Right Atrial Pressure (RAP), SVC, and IVC pressure
      • Right Heart Failure (RHF) with edema, ascites, and hepatomegaly
      • Late diastole: Elevation and equalization of diastolic pressure in all four chambers, resulting in no filling.
    • Pulse:
      • Pulsus paradoxus (in 1/3 of patients).
    • Jugular Venous Pulse (JVP):
      • Prominent x descent
      • Prominent y descent
      • Kussmaul's sign: JVP increase with inspiration
    • Ventricular Pressures:
      • Square root sign
    • Pericardial Knock:
      • Early dip
      • Plateau
      • Rapid filling

    Cardiac Tamponade (CT)

    • Core Emergency
    • Abrupt rise in pericardial pressure due to fluid accumulation
    • Most common cause: Trauma

    Mitral Stenosis (MS)

    • Normal valve surface area: 4-6 cm²
    • Components:
      • Anterior annulus
      • Posterolateral commissure
      • Posterior annulus
      • Lateral papillary muscle
    • Anterior leaflet: Attached to annulus
    • Anteromedial commissure: Attached to annulus
    • Posterior leaflet: Attached to annulus (3 lobes)
    • Chordae Tendineae: Attached to papillary muscle
    • Medial Papillary Muscle: Single vessel supply involved
    • Adjacent LV myocardium
    • Etiology:
      • Rheumatic heart disease:
        • Latent period: 2 decades
        • Symptomatic without intervention: Death in 2-5 years
    • Pathology:
      • Acute Rheumatic Fever + valvulitis associated with MR (15-20 years)
      • Rheumatic heart disease (40% of patients)
    • Progression:
      • Chronic inflammation progresses to commisural fusion, calcification, and immobilization of the valve leaflet, leading to stenosis and predisposition to thrombosis.
    • Additional Notes:
      • Fish mouth deformity
      • Fish mouth appearance of the valve

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