IM 1 Flashcards
CF-1: 56 yo mane comes to the ER complaining of chest discomfort. He describes the discomfort as severe, retrosternal pressure sensation that had awakened him from sleep 3 hours ealier. He previously had been well but has a medical history of hypercholesterolemia and 40ppy smoking. On exam, appears comfortable and diaphoretic, P-116 BP 166/102, R 22 O2 96% on room air. Jugular venous pressure appears normal. Auscultation of the chest reveals clear lung fields, reg rhythm with S4 gallop, no murmurs or rubs. Chest radiograph shows clear lungs, normal cardiac silhouette. ECG: ST elevations. Dx? next step?
Most likely, Acute ST segment elevation MI. Next step in therapy: Morphine (or fentanyl) for pain control, O2, sublingual and/or IV nitroglycerin, soluble aspirin 162-325mg, clopidogrel 300-600 loading dose, IV metoprolol 2-5 mg given every 5 minutes (up
acute coronary syndrome
spectrum of acute cardiac ischemia: unstable angina- acute MI
acute myocardial infarction
death of myocardial tissue
non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction
MI, but without ST elevation. May have ST depression or T wave inversion. Represent SUBENDOCARDIAL infarctions.
PCI
percutaneous coronary intervention
ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction
MI defined as in acute MI. ST elevation more than 0.1mV in two or more contiguous leads. Represent TRANSMURAL infarctions
thrombolytics
tPA, streptokinase, reteplase used to restore patency
pathophysiology of acute coronary syndromes.
caused by in situ thrombosis, occasionally caused by embolic occlusion, coronary vasospasms, vasculitis, aortic root or coronary artery dissection, or coccaine use (both vasospasm and thrombosis)
diagnostic criteria for acute MI
History: CHEST PAIN, sometimes radiating to the arm or jaw. In contrast to stable angina, lasts more than 30 min and is not relieved by rest. Accompanied by sweating, nausea, vomiting and/or sense of impending doom. Patient older than 70yo diabetic, may
physical findings
S4 gallop - reflecting myocardial noncompliance because of ischemia. S3 gallop representing severe systolic dysfunction. Apical systolic murmur of mitral regurgitation caused by ischemic papillary muscle dysfunction.
ECG evolution
Hyper acute T waves, elevation of ST segments, hours-days T wave inversion, Q waves-signify necrosis/scar tissue.
ECG localization
Inferior heart/RCA 2-3-aVF, Anterior heart/LAD V2-V3, Lateral heart/ left circumflex 1-aVL-V5-V6
cardiac enzymes
Cardiac specific troponin I rises 2hours peaks 2 days gone in 7. ck-mb rises in 6 hours, peaks in 12 hours, and gone in 24-36. Generally 2 sets of normal troponin 4-6 hours apart exclude MI.
diagnosis of MI, made by 2 of the following:
chest pain persisting for more than 30min. typical ECG findings, elevated cardiac enzyme levels.
main differentials
Aortic dissection (unequal pulses, new murmur, widend mediastinum) Acute pericarditis ( diffuse ST segment elevations)
when are thrombolytics given?
within 3 hours of onset of chest pain.
indications for thrombolytic therapy?
Clinical complaint is consistent, ST elevation more that 1mm in at least 2 anatomically contigues leads, no contraindications, patient younger than 75.
Absolute contraindicatons
think bleeding:
surgery, trauma within 2 weeks, aortic dissection, pericarditis, history of cerebral tumor/hemorrhage, arteriovenous mal, allergy, cerebrovascular accident within the past 12 mths. uncontrolled hypertension, recent hepatic/renal biopsy.
whe is PCI indicated
Prefered method, STEMI within 2-3 hours of onset, within 90 min.
complications of MI
ventricular arrythmias, ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation in first 24hrs. Sinus bradycardia - RCA/inferior involvment. First degree block (PR prolonged), Mobitz-I second degree block (gradual prolongation of PR interval before nonconducted
treatment of VT
direct current cardioversion,
followed by amiodarone.
Most severe complication in acute MI
Cardiogenic shock/ cardiac pump failure.
Evaluation for cardiogenic shock?
Evaluate pt with hypotension: Pul Artery Cath
Systolic BP < 80mmHg
reduced cardiac index to less than 1.8L/min/m2
elevated LV filling pressure (Pulmonary cap wedge of >18mmHg)
RV infarction symptoms, tx?
Hypotensive
clear lungs
marked JVD.
Tx Dobutamine, Dopamine.
LV infarction symptoms, tx?
Hypotensive,
wet lungs,
JVD
Tx Volume replacement with saline.
New holosystolic murmur? DD?
papillary msl dysfunction,
papillary muscle rupture,
ventricular septal rupture.
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Most severe complication days after MI?
Ventricular free wall rupture
ventricular free wall rupture symptoms?
pulselessness, hypotension, loss of conciousness. FATAL
elevated ST segment elevation persisting weeks after event?
ventricular aneurysm
Post MI risk Statification
Submaximal exercise stess testing,
evaluation of LV systolic function
(Echo, <35% ejection fraction-risk for sudden death/v arrythmias).
High risk, implant defibrillator.
Secondary prevention of ischemic heart dz
1 Most important SMOKING CESSATION
2-Antiplatelet (aspirin, clopidogrel, bb, ACE inhibitors)
3-LDL <70mg/dL -colesterol med
36yo has severe burning chest pain that radiates to her neck. The pain occurs particularly after meals, especially when she lies down, and is not precipitated by exertion. She is admitted for observation. Serial ECG and Troponin are normal. Next step?
Initiation of PPI
56 yo admitted to the hospital for chest pain of 2 hrs duration. His heart rate is 42bmp, with sinus bradycardia on ECG, as well as ST-segment elevation in leads II, III, and aVF. Dx?
Inferior wall MI
59 yo diabetic had suffered an acute anterior wall MI. 5 days later gets into an argument and complains of chest pain. ECG shows no ischemic changes, but troponin is mildly elevated. Next step?
Diabetics can have absent/atypical symptoms
1- O2, nitroglycerin
2-Second set/ serial ECGs! and CK-MB may be used. Troponins are going to still be elevated from 5 days ago, not useful.
59 smoker complains of squeezing chest pain of 30 min duration. Paramedics give sublingual nitroglycerin and oxygen by nasal cannula. Blood pressure is 110/70mmHg HR 90bpm on arrival to ER. ECG is normal. Best next step?
Asprin
follow up with serial studies, may be normal initially.
CF-2 72yo presents to the office complaining of several weeks of worsening exertional dyspnea. Previously, he had been able to work in his garen and mow the lawn, now feels short of breath after walking 100 ft. He does not have chest pain when he walks, although in the past he has experienced episodes of retrosternal chest pressure with strenuous exertion. Once recently felt lightheaded, as if he were about to fain while climbing a flight of stairs, but the symptom passed after he sat down. He has been having some difficulty sleeping at night and has to prop himself up with 2 pillows. Occasionally, he wakes up at night feeling quite short of breath, which is relieved within minutes by sitting upright and dangling his legs over the bed. His feet have become swollen, especially by the end of the day. He denies any significant medial history, takes no medications, and prides himself on the fact that he has not seen a doctor in years. Denies smoking, and alcohol. PE: afebrile P 86 R 16 BP 115/92. Examination of the head and neck reveals pink mucosa without pallor, a normal thyroid gland and distended neck veins. Bibasilar inspiratory crackles are heard on examination. Heart regular rate and rhythm, normal S1 and a second heart sound that splits during expiration, and S4 at apex, nondisplaced apical impulse, late peaking systolic murmur at the right upper sternal border that radiates to the carotids. Carotid upstroke diminished amplitude. Dx? What would confirm?
Congestive Heart Failure, possibly as a result of aortic stenosis. Next best step? Echocardiogram to assess the aortic valve area as well as the left ventricular systolic function. Elderly px with symptoms and signs of aortic stenosis. Valvular disorder has progressed from previous angina to heart failure, reflecting severity. Urgent evaluation for possible replacement.
Acute Heart Failure
Acute (hours, days) presentation of cardiac decompensation
- pulmonary edema
- low cardiac output
may proceed to cardiogenic shock.
Chronic Heart Failure
Months, years
Diastolic Dysfunction
Increased diastolic filling pressures caused by impaired diastolic relaxation and decreased ventricular compliance.
Systolic Dysfunction
Low cardiac output caused by impaired systolic function ( low ejection fraction)