Acute Pericarditis Flashcards
1
Q
What is acute pericarditis?
A
Acute pericarditis is inflammation of the pericardium
2
Q
What are the causes of acute pericarditis?
A
Bacterial
Viral
MI
3
Q
What are the signs of acute pericarditis?
A
Elevated JVP Muffled heart sounds Precordial rub Fever Lymphocytosis
4
Q
What are the symptoms of acute pericarditis?
A
Sharp pain on movement and inspiration
5
Q
What are the investigations used in diagnosis of acute pericarditis?
A
ECG
CXR
Echo
6
Q
What are the treatments of acute pericarditis?
A
Self limiting
Rest
NSAIDS
Steroids
7
Q
What would be seen on an ECG of someone who has acute pericarditis?
A
Sadle shaped elevated ST
