This document discusses the differential diagnosis of chest pain by listing common cardiac, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and musculoskeletal causes. Key cardiac causes mentioned are angina, myocardial infarction, mitral valve prolapse, and pericarditis. Common respiratory causes listed are pleurisy, pneumothorax, and pulmonary embolism. Gastrointestinal causes such as reflux esophagitis and diffuse esophageal spasm are also summarized. The document provides brief descriptions of symptoms, signs, and investigations for each of these differential diagnoses of chest pain.
Pericarditis is the inflammation of the pericardium, a thin, two-layered sac that surrounds your heart. The layers have a small amount of fluid between them to prevent friction when the heart beats. When the layers are inflamed, it can result in chest pain.
There is no definitive way to differentiate between cardiac and non-cardiac chest pain without further evaluation. Severe chest pain should always be taken seriously and evaluated in an emergency department. Cardiac chest pain is caused by reduced blood flow and oxygen to the heart, which can lead to a heart attack without treatment. Non-cardiac chest pain can be due to structures in the chest like the esophagus or lungs. A medical history and physical exam can provide clues but further testing is often needed to determine the underlying cause of chest pain.
This document discusses the differential diagnosis of chest pain by describing various cardiac and non-cardiac causes. It outlines key factors in the history and physical exam that can help determine if chest pain is typical angina, atypical angina, or non-anginal. Common cardiac causes discussed include acute coronary syndromes, aortic dissection, and pericarditis. Common non-cardiac causes discussed include pulmonary embolism, pneumonia, gastrointestinal issues like pancreatitis and peptic ulcer disease. Diagnostic tests for different conditions are also mentioned.
This document provides guidance on evaluating and treating chest pain. It outlines many potential causes of chest pain including cardiac, pulmonary, gastrointestinal and musculoskeletal issues. For serious potential causes like myocardial ischemia, pericarditis or aortic dissection, the document describes relevant history, examination findings and initial investigations. It emphasizes doing an ECG, reviewing risk factors and considering stress testing to evaluate for cardiac ischemia as a common cause of chest pain. The document also reviews palpitations as an unrelated symptom and potential cardiac and non-cardiac causes.
1. Acute coronary syndrome can present with substernal chest pressure, pain radiating to the shoulders, or pain with exertion. ECG may show ST elevations or new left bundle branch block indicating AMI. Troponin and CK-MB elevations are needed to diagnose AMI.
2. Aortic dissection often presents with sudden, severe chest pain and may be suggested on ECG by discrepancies in blood pressure between arms or signs of ischemia. Chest X-ray may show a widened mediastinum.
3. Pulmonary embolism presentations can vary widely but often include dyspnea. ECG may show signs of right heart strain. Most chest X-rays are normal but some show
The document discusses the differential diagnosis of chest pain. It notes that the chest x-ray and history are the most important tests to evaluate non-cardiac chest pain. The history requires a meticulous examination of all relevant details. Many life-threatening and non-life threatening potential causes of chest pain are outlined, including cardiac, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, psychiatric, and neurological conditions. Thoracic outlet syndromes are given a detailed differential diagnosis. The evaluation of chest pain is emphasized to be complex, requiring a defined diagnosis beyond simply ruling out heart attack.
This document discusses the differential diagnosis of chest pain by listing common cardiac, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and musculoskeletal causes. Key cardiac causes mentioned are angina, myocardial infarction, mitral valve prolapse, and pericarditis. Common respiratory causes listed are pleurisy, pneumothorax, and pulmonary embolism. Gastrointestinal causes such as reflux esophagitis and diffuse esophageal spasm are also summarized. The document provides brief descriptions of symptoms, signs, and investigations for each of these differential diagnoses of chest pain.
Pericarditis is the inflammation of the pericardium, a thin, two-layered sac that surrounds your heart. The layers have a small amount of fluid between them to prevent friction when the heart beats. When the layers are inflamed, it can result in chest pain.
There is no definitive way to differentiate between cardiac and non-cardiac chest pain without further evaluation. Severe chest pain should always be taken seriously and evaluated in an emergency department. Cardiac chest pain is caused by reduced blood flow and oxygen to the heart, which can lead to a heart attack without treatment. Non-cardiac chest pain can be due to structures in the chest like the esophagus or lungs. A medical history and physical exam can provide clues but further testing is often needed to determine the underlying cause of chest pain.
This document discusses the differential diagnosis of chest pain by describing various cardiac and non-cardiac causes. It outlines key factors in the history and physical exam that can help determine if chest pain is typical angina, atypical angina, or non-anginal. Common cardiac causes discussed include acute coronary syndromes, aortic dissection, and pericarditis. Common non-cardiac causes discussed include pulmonary embolism, pneumonia, gastrointestinal issues like pancreatitis and peptic ulcer disease. Diagnostic tests for different conditions are also mentioned.
This document provides guidance on evaluating and treating chest pain. It outlines many potential causes of chest pain including cardiac, pulmonary, gastrointestinal and musculoskeletal issues. For serious potential causes like myocardial ischemia, pericarditis or aortic dissection, the document describes relevant history, examination findings and initial investigations. It emphasizes doing an ECG, reviewing risk factors and considering stress testing to evaluate for cardiac ischemia as a common cause of chest pain. The document also reviews palpitations as an unrelated symptom and potential cardiac and non-cardiac causes.
1. Acute coronary syndrome can present with substernal chest pressure, pain radiating to the shoulders, or pain with exertion. ECG may show ST elevations or new left bundle branch block indicating AMI. Troponin and CK-MB elevations are needed to diagnose AMI.
2. Aortic dissection often presents with sudden, severe chest pain and may be suggested on ECG by discrepancies in blood pressure between arms or signs of ischemia. Chest X-ray may show a widened mediastinum.
3. Pulmonary embolism presentations can vary widely but often include dyspnea. ECG may show signs of right heart strain. Most chest X-rays are normal but some show
The document discusses the differential diagnosis of chest pain. It notes that the chest x-ray and history are the most important tests to evaluate non-cardiac chest pain. The history requires a meticulous examination of all relevant details. Many life-threatening and non-life threatening potential causes of chest pain are outlined, including cardiac, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, psychiatric, and neurological conditions. Thoracic outlet syndromes are given a detailed differential diagnosis. The evaluation of chest pain is emphasized to be complex, requiring a defined diagnosis beyond simply ruling out heart attack.
Chest pain can have many potential causes. A thorough history and physical exam are important to help determine the likely diagnosis and guide appropriate testing. Key aspects of the history include characteristics of the pain such as location, radiation, onset and nature. The physical exam focuses on identifying potential causes of the pain or associated symptoms. Initial tests may include an ECG, blood tests, chest x-ray and echocardiogram to help differentiate causes such as heart disease, pulmonary embolism, pneumonia or musculoskeletal issues. Further tests are guided by the initial findings.
This document provides guidance on evaluating chest pain and discusses the approach to diagnosing aortic dissection. It emphasizes maintaining a high index of suspicion for aortic dissection as the symptoms can mimic other conditions. Aortic dissection often presents with sudden, severe chest or back pain and may migrate. Examination findings like pulse/blood pressure differences between limbs can help but have low sensitivity. The document reviews risk factors and recommends promptly ordering tests like CT scans to diagnose this dangerous condition given the high mortality if left untreated.
The document provides information on evaluating and managing patients presenting with chest pain and acute coronary syndrome. It discusses how to take a clinical history to determine the nature and cause of chest pain. Differential diagnoses are provided for cardiac and non-cardiac causes. Acute coronary syndrome is described as encompassing unstable angina, NSTEMI, and STEMI, which present with chest pain at rest or minimal exertion due to plaque rupture or erosion in coronary arteries. Immediate management in the first 12 hours and long-term management are outlined.
This document provides information on evaluating and diagnosing chest pain. It discusses:
- The importance of history taking in determining the cause of chest pain.
- Common life-threatening causes of chest pain like myocardial infarction, aortic dissection, pulmonary embolism, and tension pneumothorax.
- How to assess chest pain through physical examination, ECG, cardiac enzymes, imaging studies, and other investigations.
- Distinguishing cardiac from non-cardiac chest pain and differentiating conditions like angina, unstable angina, and STEMI based on features.
This document discusses chest pain, including its definition, location, potential causes, assessment process (using PQRST), and initial management. Chest pain can be caused by life-threatening conditions like a heart attack, pulmonary embolism, or aortic dissection. The assessment of a patient presenting with chest pain involves taking a medical history and examining the quality, location, radiation, timing and associated symptoms of the pain, as well as performing physical assessments like vital signs, electrocardiogram, chest x-ray and blood tests to check for potential cardiac issues. The initial management focuses on stabilizing the patient, administering oxygen, monitoring vitals, performing an electrocardiogram and blood tests, providing pain relief, and determining
This document provides guidance on evaluating and diagnosing chest pain. It begins by defining chest pain and noting that it is a common reason patients present for medical care. A list of 10 questions for history taking on chest pain is then provided related to onset, location, character, duration, radiation, aggravating/relieving factors, tenderness, associated symptoms and severity. Causes of chest pain are discussed, distinguishing ischemic causes like angina and myocardial infarction from non-ischemic causes. Characteristics of cardiac pain like gradual onset and associated sweating or nausea are outlined. Differential diagnoses including aortic dissection, pulmonary embolism, pericarditis and esophageal spasm are also reviewed. An approach to diagnosis
This document provides guidance on evaluating and diagnosing the cause of chest pain. It notes that the majority of chest pain is non-cardiac in origin but can be disabling. A thorough history, physical exam, ECG and imaging can identify most causes, including life-threatening ones like myocardial infarction that require immediate treatment. The description of chest pain symptoms and related factors can provide clues to potential etiologies such as cardiac, pulmonary, gastrointestinal or musculoskeletal origin.
This document discusses the approach, differential diagnosis, initial tests, diagnostic tests, temporary treatment, and definitive management for three cases of chest pain. Case 1 involves a 48-year-old male with sudden severe chest pain. Case 2 is a 72-year-old female with chest discomfort and breathlessness. Case 3 is a 37-year-old female with central chest pain and history of breast cancer. Common differential diagnoses for chest pain include acute myocardial infarction, aortic dissection, pulmonary embolism, pneumonia, and perforated viscus. The document outlines the clinical clues, initial tests like ECG and CXR, additional diagnostic tests, and treatment strategies for each case and potential diagnosis.
This document discusses differentiating between cardiac and non-cardiac causes of chest pain. Cardiac causes include ischemic issues like myocardial infarction and non-ischemic problems like pericarditis. Non-cardiac causes range from gastrointestinal issues, pulmonary problems, musculoskeletal pain and even shingles. It is important to thoroughly assess patients experiencing chest pain to determine location, quality and accompanying symptoms to correctly identify potential life-threatening issues and provide appropriate intervention.
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This document discusses cyanotic cardiac defects, fetal circulation, and tetralogy of Fallot. It classifies cyanotic diseases based on reduced or increased pulmonary blood flow. Fetal circulation is described. The key features of tetralogy of Fallot are outlined as severe right ventricle outflow obstruction, large ventricular septal defect, overriding aorta, and right ventricular hypertrophy. Complications include anoxic spells, neurological issues, and congestive heart failure if left untreated. Treatment options are discussed as total surgical correction or palliative shunt procedures.
This document discusses several cardiovascular disorders related to disturbances in oxygen transport, including structural heart valve disorders like mitral valve prolapse, mitral regurgitation, and mitral stenosis. It also covers infective endocarditis, rheumatic heart disease, myocarditis, pericarditis, aortic aneurysm, and vascular disorders like Buerger's disease, Raynaud's disease, and venous thrombosis. For each condition, it provides information on clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment approaches.
This document discusses palpitations, which refer to abnormal awareness of one's heartbeat. Palpitations can be caused by rapid, slow, or irregular heart rhythms and may result from primary cardiac diseases or systemic conditions affecting the heart. Common causes include anxiety, hyperthyroidism, caffeine, smoking, sinus tachycardia, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, extrasystoles, and Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome. A thorough history and electrocardiogram can help diagnose the underlying rhythm abnormality.
The document summarizes different types of pericardial diseases. It describes the normal anatomy and functions of the pericardium. It then discusses various pericardial conditions such as acute pericarditis, pericardial effusion, constrictive pericarditis and their causes, symptoms, diagnostic criteria and treatments. Acute pericarditis is usually caused by viral or bacterial infections and presents with chest pain and pericardial friction rub. Constrictive pericarditis occurs after acute pericarditis and causes decreased diastolic filling through pericardial thickening and fibrosis.
Cardiology 1.1. Chest pain - by Dr. Farjad IkramFarjad Ikram
Introduction to one of the most common symptoms that can represent a wide range of diseases, from benign to life-threatening, covering number of systems including gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, pulmonary, musculoskeletal and psychiatric. Includes a brief explanation of anti-anginal therapy.
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This document discusses the evaluation of syncope in adults. Syncope is defined as a brief, self-limited loss of consciousness due to decreased blood flow to the brain. The causes of syncope can be categorized as neurally-mediated, orthostatic, cardiac, or structural/cardiopulmonary. A thorough history, physical exam, and diagnostic testing are needed to determine the underlying cause and guide treatment. The history provides clues to distinguish syncope from other conditions and identify risk factors, while the physical exam focuses on vital signs and signs of end-organ damage or dysfunction.
Pericardial effusion and cardiac tamponade are conditions caused by an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pericardial space. Cardiac tamponade occurs when excess fluid buildup leads to reduced ventricular filling and hemodynamic compromise. Symptoms include breathlessness, chest pain, and hypotension. Diagnosis is made through ECG, echocardiogram, and x-ray. Treatment depends on severity but may include medications, drainage of fluid via pericardiocentesis, or surgery. Cardiac tamponade requires urgent pericardiocentesis to drain fluid and prevent further hemodynamic compromise.
Rheumatic heart disease is a chronic condition caused by rheumatic fever that results in scarring and deformity of the heart valves. It occurs due to acute rheumatic fever and recurrent streptococcal infections, which can cause inflammation of the heart muscles and valves, leading to thickened and stenotic valves with regurgitation. Diagnosis involves echocardiogram, chest x-ray, and ECG showing prolonged PR interval or delayed AV conduction. Management includes medical treatment, nursing care like assessments, and health promotion to prevent recurrent infections.
Syncope, or transient loss of consciousness, can be caused by various cardiac and non-cardiac conditions. A thorough history, physical exam, ECG and diagnostic testing are needed to evaluate the cause. Patients found to have cardiac syncope, abnormal vital signs, ECG changes or structural heart disease have a higher risk of adverse outcomes and should be admitted. Risk stratification tools like the San Francisco Syncope Rule and Oesil Risk Score can help determine which low-risk patients can be safely discharged. High-risk features predicting serious underlying rhythm issues include age over 45, history of heart disease or abnormal ECG.
TACHYCARDIA IN ECG ,CAUSES AND MANAGEMENT OF TACHYARRHYTHMIASDR Venkata Ramana
Tachycardia can be caused by physiological factors like infancy, childhood, emotion, exertion, pregnancy, or pathological factors such as arrhythmias, heart disease, myocardial infarction, anxiety, heart failure, shock, low blood volume, drugs, chronic lung disease, blood clots, or pain. Some specific arrhythmias mentioned include AVNRT, AVRT, AT, SANRT, AF, and VT.
This document provides an overview of pericardial diseases. It begins with the anatomy and functions of the pericardium. It then discusses various pericardial diseases like acute pericarditis, pericardial effusion, and cardiac tamponade. For acute pericarditis, it describes the key symptoms of chest pain, pericardial friction rub, and ECG changes. It also outlines the diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches for pericardial effusion and cardiac tamponade, including the use of echocardiography, medications, and pericardiocentesis.
Aortic regurgitation is a condition where the aortic valve leaks, allowing blood to flow back into the left ventricle during diastole. It can be caused by conditions affecting the aortic valve or root. Over time, the left ventricle undergoes remodeling to compensate for the increased volume load. Clinical features include a diastolic murmur, widened pulse pressure, and later symptoms of heart failure. Treatment depends on severity but may involve surgery to repair or replace the leaky valve.
Clinical examination in cardiolgy starts with the examination of arterial pulse.
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Chest pain can have many potential causes. A thorough history and physical exam are important to help determine the likely diagnosis and guide appropriate testing. Key aspects of the history include characteristics of the pain such as location, radiation, onset and nature. The physical exam focuses on identifying potential causes of the pain or associated symptoms. Initial tests may include an ECG, blood tests, chest x-ray and echocardiogram to help differentiate causes such as heart disease, pulmonary embolism, pneumonia or musculoskeletal issues. Further tests are guided by the initial findings.
This document provides guidance on evaluating chest pain and discusses the approach to diagnosing aortic dissection. It emphasizes maintaining a high index of suspicion for aortic dissection as the symptoms can mimic other conditions. Aortic dissection often presents with sudden, severe chest or back pain and may migrate. Examination findings like pulse/blood pressure differences between limbs can help but have low sensitivity. The document reviews risk factors and recommends promptly ordering tests like CT scans to diagnose this dangerous condition given the high mortality if left untreated.
The document provides information on evaluating and managing patients presenting with chest pain and acute coronary syndrome. It discusses how to take a clinical history to determine the nature and cause of chest pain. Differential diagnoses are provided for cardiac and non-cardiac causes. Acute coronary syndrome is described as encompassing unstable angina, NSTEMI, and STEMI, which present with chest pain at rest or minimal exertion due to plaque rupture or erosion in coronary arteries. Immediate management in the first 12 hours and long-term management are outlined.
This document provides information on evaluating and diagnosing chest pain. It discusses:
- The importance of history taking in determining the cause of chest pain.
- Common life-threatening causes of chest pain like myocardial infarction, aortic dissection, pulmonary embolism, and tension pneumothorax.
- How to assess chest pain through physical examination, ECG, cardiac enzymes, imaging studies, and other investigations.
- Distinguishing cardiac from non-cardiac chest pain and differentiating conditions like angina, unstable angina, and STEMI based on features.
This document discusses chest pain, including its definition, location, potential causes, assessment process (using PQRST), and initial management. Chest pain can be caused by life-threatening conditions like a heart attack, pulmonary embolism, or aortic dissection. The assessment of a patient presenting with chest pain involves taking a medical history and examining the quality, location, radiation, timing and associated symptoms of the pain, as well as performing physical assessments like vital signs, electrocardiogram, chest x-ray and blood tests to check for potential cardiac issues. The initial management focuses on stabilizing the patient, administering oxygen, monitoring vitals, performing an electrocardiogram and blood tests, providing pain relief, and determining
This document provides guidance on evaluating and diagnosing chest pain. It begins by defining chest pain and noting that it is a common reason patients present for medical care. A list of 10 questions for history taking on chest pain is then provided related to onset, location, character, duration, radiation, aggravating/relieving factors, tenderness, associated symptoms and severity. Causes of chest pain are discussed, distinguishing ischemic causes like angina and myocardial infarction from non-ischemic causes. Characteristics of cardiac pain like gradual onset and associated sweating or nausea are outlined. Differential diagnoses including aortic dissection, pulmonary embolism, pericarditis and esophageal spasm are also reviewed. An approach to diagnosis
This document provides guidance on evaluating and diagnosing the cause of chest pain. It notes that the majority of chest pain is non-cardiac in origin but can be disabling. A thorough history, physical exam, ECG and imaging can identify most causes, including life-threatening ones like myocardial infarction that require immediate treatment. The description of chest pain symptoms and related factors can provide clues to potential etiologies such as cardiac, pulmonary, gastrointestinal or musculoskeletal origin.
This document discusses the approach, differential diagnosis, initial tests, diagnostic tests, temporary treatment, and definitive management for three cases of chest pain. Case 1 involves a 48-year-old male with sudden severe chest pain. Case 2 is a 72-year-old female with chest discomfort and breathlessness. Case 3 is a 37-year-old female with central chest pain and history of breast cancer. Common differential diagnoses for chest pain include acute myocardial infarction, aortic dissection, pulmonary embolism, pneumonia, and perforated viscus. The document outlines the clinical clues, initial tests like ECG and CXR, additional diagnostic tests, and treatment strategies for each case and potential diagnosis.
This document discusses differentiating between cardiac and non-cardiac causes of chest pain. Cardiac causes include ischemic issues like myocardial infarction and non-ischemic problems like pericarditis. Non-cardiac causes range from gastrointestinal issues, pulmonary problems, musculoskeletal pain and even shingles. It is important to thoroughly assess patients experiencing chest pain to determine location, quality and accompanying symptoms to correctly identify potential life-threatening issues and provide appropriate intervention.
Classification, FetaL Circulation and TOF.pptxAbdullahSubri
This document discusses cyanotic cardiac defects, fetal circulation, and tetralogy of Fallot. It classifies cyanotic diseases based on reduced or increased pulmonary blood flow. Fetal circulation is described. The key features of tetralogy of Fallot are outlined as severe right ventricle outflow obstruction, large ventricular septal defect, overriding aorta, and right ventricular hypertrophy. Complications include anoxic spells, neurological issues, and congestive heart failure if left untreated. Treatment options are discussed as total surgical correction or palliative shunt procedures.
This document discusses several cardiovascular disorders related to disturbances in oxygen transport, including structural heart valve disorders like mitral valve prolapse, mitral regurgitation, and mitral stenosis. It also covers infective endocarditis, rheumatic heart disease, myocarditis, pericarditis, aortic aneurysm, and vascular disorders like Buerger's disease, Raynaud's disease, and venous thrombosis. For each condition, it provides information on clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment approaches.
This document discusses palpitations, which refer to abnormal awareness of one's heartbeat. Palpitations can be caused by rapid, slow, or irregular heart rhythms and may result from primary cardiac diseases or systemic conditions affecting the heart. Common causes include anxiety, hyperthyroidism, caffeine, smoking, sinus tachycardia, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, extrasystoles, and Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome. A thorough history and electrocardiogram can help diagnose the underlying rhythm abnormality.
The document summarizes different types of pericardial diseases. It describes the normal anatomy and functions of the pericardium. It then discusses various pericardial conditions such as acute pericarditis, pericardial effusion, constrictive pericarditis and their causes, symptoms, diagnostic criteria and treatments. Acute pericarditis is usually caused by viral or bacterial infections and presents with chest pain and pericardial friction rub. Constrictive pericarditis occurs after acute pericarditis and causes decreased diastolic filling through pericardial thickening and fibrosis.
Cardiology 1.1. Chest pain - by Dr. Farjad IkramFarjad Ikram
Introduction to one of the most common symptoms that can represent a wide range of diseases, from benign to life-threatening, covering number of systems including gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, pulmonary, musculoskeletal and psychiatric. Includes a brief explanation of anti-anginal therapy.
Template design credits - http://www.slidescarnival.com
This document discusses the evaluation of syncope in adults. Syncope is defined as a brief, self-limited loss of consciousness due to decreased blood flow to the brain. The causes of syncope can be categorized as neurally-mediated, orthostatic, cardiac, or structural/cardiopulmonary. A thorough history, physical exam, and diagnostic testing are needed to determine the underlying cause and guide treatment. The history provides clues to distinguish syncope from other conditions and identify risk factors, while the physical exam focuses on vital signs and signs of end-organ damage or dysfunction.
Pericardial effusion and cardiac tamponade are conditions caused by an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pericardial space. Cardiac tamponade occurs when excess fluid buildup leads to reduced ventricular filling and hemodynamic compromise. Symptoms include breathlessness, chest pain, and hypotension. Diagnosis is made through ECG, echocardiogram, and x-ray. Treatment depends on severity but may include medications, drainage of fluid via pericardiocentesis, or surgery. Cardiac tamponade requires urgent pericardiocentesis to drain fluid and prevent further hemodynamic compromise.
Rheumatic heart disease is a chronic condition caused by rheumatic fever that results in scarring and deformity of the heart valves. It occurs due to acute rheumatic fever and recurrent streptococcal infections, which can cause inflammation of the heart muscles and valves, leading to thickened and stenotic valves with regurgitation. Diagnosis involves echocardiogram, chest x-ray, and ECG showing prolonged PR interval or delayed AV conduction. Management includes medical treatment, nursing care like assessments, and health promotion to prevent recurrent infections.
Syncope, or transient loss of consciousness, can be caused by various cardiac and non-cardiac conditions. A thorough history, physical exam, ECG and diagnostic testing are needed to evaluate the cause. Patients found to have cardiac syncope, abnormal vital signs, ECG changes or structural heart disease have a higher risk of adverse outcomes and should be admitted. Risk stratification tools like the San Francisco Syncope Rule and Oesil Risk Score can help determine which low-risk patients can be safely discharged. High-risk features predicting serious underlying rhythm issues include age over 45, history of heart disease or abnormal ECG.
TACHYCARDIA IN ECG ,CAUSES AND MANAGEMENT OF TACHYARRHYTHMIASDR Venkata Ramana
Tachycardia can be caused by physiological factors like infancy, childhood, emotion, exertion, pregnancy, or pathological factors such as arrhythmias, heart disease, myocardial infarction, anxiety, heart failure, shock, low blood volume, drugs, chronic lung disease, blood clots, or pain. Some specific arrhythmias mentioned include AVNRT, AVRT, AT, SANRT, AF, and VT.
This document provides an overview of pericardial diseases. It begins with the anatomy and functions of the pericardium. It then discusses various pericardial diseases like acute pericarditis, pericardial effusion, and cardiac tamponade. For acute pericarditis, it describes the key symptoms of chest pain, pericardial friction rub, and ECG changes. It also outlines the diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches for pericardial effusion and cardiac tamponade, including the use of echocardiography, medications, and pericardiocentesis.
Aortic regurgitation is a condition where the aortic valve leaks, allowing blood to flow back into the left ventricle during diastole. It can be caused by conditions affecting the aortic valve or root. Over time, the left ventricle undergoes remodeling to compensate for the increased volume load. Clinical features include a diastolic murmur, widened pulse pressure, and later symptoms of heart failure. Treatment depends on severity but may involve surgery to repair or replace the leaky valve.
Clinical examination in cardiolgy starts with the examination of arterial pulse.
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Pericarditis is inflammation of the pericardium that commonly occurs between ages 20-50. It is usually caused by viral infections but can also be due to other infections, immune reactions, medications, or unknown causes. Diagnosis requires at least two of four criteria - chest pain, pericardial friction rub, ECG changes, or pericardial effusion on echo. Treatment focuses on relieving pain, treating the underlying cause, and preventing complications like cardiac tamponade through NSAIDs, colchicine, steroids, or pericardiocentesis.
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6. • HRONICNI PERIKARDITIS
• Uzrok:kao posledica akutnog
• Kl.slika:perikard postaje fibrozno zadebljan,srascuje za srce,u
nega se taloze soli Ca i stvaraju oklop oko srca.Simptomi:brzo
zamaranje,dispneja,ascites,povecana jetra
Dijagnoza:
• auskultacija(oslabljeni tonovi,perikardno trenje)
• RTG-kalcifikacije
• EKG-niska voltaza
• Biopsija perikarda,angiokardiografija
• Lecenje:
• Hirursko(perikardiektomija)
7. EKG
Electrocardiogram in acute pericarditis showing diffuse upsloping ST segment elevations seen best here in
leads II, III, aVF, and V2 to V6. There is also subtle PR segment deviation (positive in aVR, negative
in most other leads). ST segment elevation is due to a ventricular current of injury associated with
epicardial
inflammation; similarly, the PR segment changes are due to an atrial current of injury which, in Pericarditis,
typically displaces the PR segment upward in lead aVR and downward in most other leads.
8. Pericardial Effusion
Cardiomegaly due to a massive pericardial effusion. At least 200 mL of pericardial
fluid must accumulate before the cardiac silhouette enlarges.