Acquired Heart Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is Endocardiosis?
A
Valvular disease, valves leak when closed
Common in small breeds
2
Q
What is Endocarditis?
A
associated with bacterial infection present elsewhere and spread to heart valves
3
Q
What is myocarditis?
A
very rare, infection of heart muscle
4
Q
What is pericardial disease?
A
Leads to RIGHT sided heart failure, usually alongside pericardial effusion
5
Q
What is bradycardia?
A
Decreased heart rate, usually <60bpm
6
Q
What is tachycardia?
A
Increased heart rate, >150-200bpm
7
Q
What is arrhythmias?
A
deviation from normal heart rhythm
