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Can anyone explain me why there is prominent "x" and "y" descent in constrictive pericarditis and also why "y" descent is absent in Cardiac Tamponade ?
Manish7 said:Can anyone explain me why there is prominent "x" and "y" descent in constrictive pericarditis and also why "y" descent is absent in Cardiac Tamponade ?
Constrictive pericarditis is a condition in which the pericardium, the sac around the heart, becomes thick and rigid, leading to impaired heart function.
Constrictive pericarditis can cause an elevated JVP, as the thickened pericardium restricts the expansion of the heart and prevents proper blood flow.
In addition to an elevated JVP, constrictive pericarditis can also cause a prominent x and y descent in the JVP waveform, as well as decreased variability in the JVP with respiration.
Constrictive pericarditis can be diagnosed through a combination of physical exam findings, imaging tests such as echocardiography and cardiac MRI, and invasive procedures such as cardiac catheterization.
The most effective treatment for constrictive pericarditis is surgical removal of the thickened pericardium. Other treatments may include medications to manage symptoms and complications, such as diuretics to reduce fluid build-up in the body.