Heart Murmurs

Question 1

Name two systolic murmurs?

Answer 1

Aortic stenosis and Mitral regurgitation

Question 2

Name two diastolic murmurs?

Answer 2

Aortic regurgitation and mitral stenosis

Question 3

What are the clinical features of aortic stenosis?

Answer 3

• Slow rising pulse,
• Loudest on expiration when sitting up,,
• SAD - Syncope (on exertion), Angina and Dyspnoea.

Question 4

What is the most common cause of mitral stenosis?

Answer 4

Rheumatic heart disease