Aortic Regurgitation Flashcards
1
Q
What is aortic regurgitation?
A
Aortic regurgitation is a condition in which the aortic valve leaks every time the ventricle relaxes
2
Q
What are the causes of aortic regurgitation?
A
Rheumatic fever
Increase in blood pressure
3
Q
What are the signs of aortic regurgitation?
A
Collapsing pulse
Left ventricular dilation
Early diastolic murmur
4
Q
What are the symptoms of aortic regurgitation?
A
Can be asymptimatic
Dysponea
Angina
Pounding heart
5
Q
What are the investigations carried out for aortic regurgitation?
A
ECG
CXR
Echocardiogram
Cardiac catheter
6
Q
What are the treatments of aortic regurgitation?
A
Antibiotics
Diuretics
Prosthetic valves
