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Systemic Congestion Causes and Manifestations
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Systemic Congestion Causes and Manifestations

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What is the cause of systemic congestion?

Right ventricular failure (M.S. & T.R.)

How is hepatic congestion manifested?

Pain in right hypochondrium + Jaundice

What is the significance of bilateral, pitting, painless, dependent edema in systemic congestion?

It indicates oedema in the lower limbs, usually before ascites.

When does ascites precox occur in cases of pericardial and tricuspid diseases?

<p>Ascites precox occurs before lower limb edema.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is hepatic congestion typically manifested?

<p>Pain in the right hypochondrium and jaundice</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of systemic congestion?

<p>Tricuspid regurgitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What usually manifests first in cases of systemic congestion?

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

In cases of pericardial and tricuspid diseases, when does ascites precox occur?

<p>Before the manifestation of leg edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of jaundice is associated with pulmonary infarction or metallic valve?

<p>Haemolytic jaundice</p> Signup and view all the answers

In cardiac patient, which type of jaundice can be attributed to hepatic congestion (cardiac cirrhosis)?

<p>Hepatocellular jaundice</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of jaundice occurs when hepatic congestion obstructs the biliary tract?

<p>Obstructive jaundice</p> Signup and view all the answers

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