Cardiac Cirrhosis Flashcards

1
Q

why does it occusr?

A

econdary to high right heart pressures

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2
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what are some reasons for high right heart pressure? 4

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Incompetent tricuspid valve
Congenital
Rheumatic fever
Constrictive pericarditis

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3
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what are the signs ? 3

A

CCF, with too much ascites and or liver impairment

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4
Q

what is the treatment?

A
  • treat the cardiac conditions
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