Systemic Hypertension Flashcards
1
Q
Systemic hypertension is defined as what?
A
> or equal 140 (systolic) and > or equal to 90 (diastolic)
2
Q
Systemic hypertension is called the “silent killer” because?
A
It can go years undetected
3
Q
What is the initial echo finding in pts with systemic hypertension?
A
Left ventricular hypertophy (LVH)
4
Q
When evaluating diastolic dysfunction what is most important modality?
A
PW Doppler of the Mitral Valve inflow
5
Q
What can be used to detect psuedonormal dysfunction?
A
Valsalva can cause a normal waveform to reverse into an impaired waveform.
6
Q
An “L-wave” is located where on the MV inflow waveform?
A
Between the E and A wave
