Cardiology — Flashcards

What is the diagnostic investigation for mitral stenosis? _____

_____ atrial fibrillation is characterised by recurrent episodes that terminates spontaneously usually < 7 days

Hint: classification

What is the major complication of atrial fibrillation? _____

Aortic stenosis is heard best on _____ and leaning forward

Hint: inspiration/expiration

What is the pharmacological managment of heart failure in mitral regurgitation? _____

Atrial fibrillation is managed with 1. _____ or rhythm control 2. Stroke prevention (anticoagulation)

Management options for symptomatic mitral stenosis: _____ + balloon valvotomy or valve replacement

Hint: Pharmacological

AF secondary to mitral stenosis is managed with _____ and corresponding rate control (BB)

Hint: anticoagulation

CXR of a patient with mitral regurgitation may show _____

Clinical signs of atrial fibrillation is an _____ pulse