Valvular stenosis Flashcards
1
Q
what effect does Ao stenosis have on carotid pulse?
A
it is delayed, less brisk.
2
Q
As mitral stenosis gets more severe, what happens to the heart sounds.
A
the opening snap comes earlier.
3
Q
How does AS affect the impulses
A
sustained LV impulse
4
Q
How does AS affect heart sounds
A
Soft A2 or paradoxic S2
5
Q
Should you operate on an asymptomatic AS patients
A
no, risk of surgery is higher. But do surgery ASAP when you see symptoms
