What is the mechanism of decubitus angina? Increase in venous return and consequent increase in preload on assuming the supine position is the reason for decubitus angina. Most
Why is angina not a typical symptom of left ventricular aneurysm? Angina pectoris indicates viable but ischemic myocardium. In ventricular aneurysm, it is usually a non-viable scarred area
What are the mechanical complications of acute myocardial infarction? Typical mechanical complications of acute myocardial infarction are rupture of papillary muscle, rupture of interventricular septum and rupture of
What are percussion wave and tidal wave? Percussion wave and tidal wave are the waves seen on a pulse tracing. Reflected wave from the periphery is thought to be
In which condition is a hyperkinetic pulse associated with a normal pulse volume? Hyperkinetic pulse usually has a high pulse volume but in hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy, is it
What is the commonest site of RVOT obstruction in TOF? What is the commonest site of right ventricular outflow tract obstruction in tetralogy of Fallot? The commonest site of
What is a pericardial knock? Pericardial knock is a physical sign which may be heard in constrictive pericarditis. Pericardial knock is an early, loud third heart sound heard when
What is a continuous murmur? Continuous murmur is not a murmur which is continuously heard throughout systole and diastole, though some like the murmur patent ductus arteriosus is
What is myocardial contrast echocardiography? Myocardial contrast echocardiography (MCE) is used for the assessment of myocardial microcirculation and endocardial demarcation. MCE uses gas-filled microbubbles that are inert and
What is arterial switch operation for TGA? Cardiology Basics Arterial switch operation is the ideal corrective surgery for transposition of great arteries (TGA). It was described by Jatene
