Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Flashcards
1
Q
What is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
A
hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a condition in which the myocardium is hypertrophied imparing the muscle contraction
2
Q
What are the causes of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
A
Thought to be familial
3
Q
What are the signs of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
A
Asymetric septal hypertrophy Jerky carotid pulse Ejection systolic murmur Post systolic murmur S4 heart sound
4
Q
WHat are the symptoms of hypertrophic cardiomyopath?
A
Can be asymptimatic Syncope Dysponea Pain Palpitation
5
Q
WHat investigations are used in diagnosis of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
A
CXR ECG Echo Exercise tolerance test Pedigree analysis
6
Q
What are the treatments used in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
A
Beta blockers
Calcium channel blockers
Diuretics
