CHF Flashcards
CHF mechanism (circle), 5 points
decr. contractility –> decr CO –> compensatory neurohormonal activation (SNS, RAAS)) –> incr. SVR –> incr. Afterload ///// –> further cycle to decr. contractility
Left sided, what congestion?
pulmonary
Right sided, what congestion?
systemic venous
left sided, presentation?
Cardiomegaly –> displaced point of maximum impulse, S3 sound
Pulmonary edema –> dyspnea, orthopnea, PND – paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea, crackles
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right sided, presentation?
hepatomegaly, splenomegaly, ascites, edema
what is HRpEF?
Symptoms/signs + EF => 50 proc.
what is HRmrEF?
Symptoms/signs + EF 41-49 proc.
what is HRrEF?
Symptoms/signs + EF=< 40 proc.
how is defined systolic dysfunction in early stage of HF?
echo shows EF < 50 proc. in the absence of HF symptoms.
how is defined diastolic dysfunction in early stage of HF?
Echo shows a preserved EF (>50%) without chamber dilation.
HFpEF develops due to diastolic dysfunction, which frequently occurs in the setting of prolonged systemic hypertension (ie, increased afterload).
why HF at the beginning is asymptomatic?
Compensatory eccentric hypertrophy in response to LV volume overload.
Neurohormonal mechanisms help maintain CO and organ perfusion in the setting of declining cardiac function. Mechanisms: 1. Sympathetic NS activation,
2. RAAS
Mechanism of decompensation UW.
2 groups that leads to LV volume overload?
LV systolic dysfunction (ischemia, cardiomyopathy)
Valvular dysfunction (ie. AoR or MR)
In what valve pathology may occur Left ventricle overload?
Ao regurgitation, Mitral regurgitation
Mechanism of decompensation UW.
We have LV volume overload. what happens next and what effect on CO?
LV volume overload -> LV streches –> inc. SV via Frank-Starling
////////THIS INITIALLY MAINTAINS CO
Mechanism of decompensation UW.
LV overload -> streches –> whats next permanent outcome?
chronic volume overload –> eccentric hyperthrophy
Mechanism of decompensation UW.
LV hronic volume overload –> eccentric hyperthrophy –> what further process and effect on CO?
Increased SV ir maintained at expense of INCREASED WALL STRESS
///////THIS PRESERVES CO
Mechanism of decompensation UW.
volume->hypertrophy -> incr. wall stress –> whats next and what result?
Overwhelming wall stress –> LV enlargement and contractile dysfunction ——–> DECOMPENSATED HF
in eccentric - what hypertrophy?
sarcomeres added in series. Seen in volume overload – dilated cardiomyopathy, ischemic heart disease, aortic or mitral regurgitation.
in concentric - what hypertrophy?
sarcomeres added in parallel. Seen in pressure overload – chronic hypertension, aortic stenosis. Also seen in acromegaly.
what belongs to neurohormonal stimulation? 3
SNS, RAAS, antidiuretic hormone
what 3 components increase hemodynamic stress?
Incr. HR and contractility
vasoconstriction
incr. Extravascular volume
what neuroh. maintains Incr. HR and contractility?
SNS
what neuroh. cause vasoconstriction?
SNS and RAAS
what neuroh. cause incr. extracellular volume?
RAAS and ADH
viscious decompensated cycle.
turim HF = volume overload, reduced CO, myocardial stretch
what happens due to this? mainly systemic flow and pressure
decreased renal perfusion (leads to renin secretion) , decreased baroreceptor stretch —–> vasoconstriction (NoA from SNS and ATII from RAAS) and salt+water retention (aldosterone) –> Increased preload and afterload —————> further promotes features mentioned in the question.
This pathway: RAAS and SNS (NoA) –> exacerbate HF
viscious decompensated cycle.
turim HF = volume overload, reduced CO, myocardial stretch
ANP and BNP pathway?
incr. ANP and BNP –> vasodilation and salt + water excretion –> decr. afterload and preload.
This pathway: natriuretic. counteracts heart failure (eventually overwhelmed)
main function of ANP and BNP?
stimulate vasodilation and salt and water excretion, counteracting the effects of the SNS and RAAS
what is the main aim of medical therapy of HF?
Primarily targeted toward the inhibition of detrimental neurohormonal pathways involving the SNS and RAAS. However, an additional strategy involves augmenting beneficial counter-regulatory mechanisms, such as those involving natriuretic peptides.
what right atrial pressure in early HF?
normal/decreased
what right atrial pressure in late HF?
elevated
UW table. Acute decompensated HF
what are pulmonary symptoms? 5
Acute dyspnea, orthopnea , paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea, tachypnea, accessory muscle use
UW table. Acute decompensated HF
Vascular symtoms? 3
Hypertension common; hypotension suggests severe disease
Tachycardia
UW table. Acute decompensated HF
pulmonary auscultation?
Diffuse crackles with possible wheezes (cardiac asthma)
UW table. Acute decompensated HF
heart auscultation? venos?
Possible S3, jugular venous distention, peripheral edema
UW table. Acute decompensated HF
Treatment. Normal or elevated BP with normal end organ perfusion? 3
- Supplemental oxygen
- Intravenous loop diuretic (eg, furosemide) Treatment
- Consider intravenous vasodilator (eg, nitroglycerin)
UW table. Acute decompensated HF
Treatment. Hypotension or signs of shock?
- Supplemental oxygen
- Intravenous loop diuretic (eg, furosemide) as appropriate
- Intravenous vasopressor (eg, norepinephrine)/inotropes