Valvular Heart Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common valvular lesion?
A
AS
2
Q
What are the measures of severe AS on TTE?
A
AS jet velovity > 4.0m/s
mean gradient > 40mmHg
valve area < 1.0cm^2
3
Q
Which valve is usually affected in rheumatic heart disease?
A
predominantly mitral
4
Q
How do you calculate RV systolic pressure using TR velocity and RA pressure?
A
RVSP = 4(TR velocity)^2 + RA pressure
