Valvular disease Flashcards
1
Q
Which imaging is performed for mitral valve pathology?
A
transoesophageal echo
2
Q
What is the most common cause of MR?
A
degenerative (+ischaemic heart disease)
3
Q
What is one benefit of repairing valve?
A
reduced risk of stroke vs replacement
4
Q
Name a classification system for mitral valve disease
A
carpentier’s
5
Q
Which rash can present in children with rheumatic fever?
A
erythema marginatum
6
Q
Which antihypertensive drug is contraindicated in aortic stenosis?
A
ACEi
This is because it is thought that the vasodilator effect of an ACE inhibitor might lead to a reduction in the coronary perfusion pressure, and therefore lead to cardiac ischaemia in these patients.
