Cardiology MCQ – Classic cardiogenic shock – Answer

Cardiology MCQ – Classic cardiogenic shock – Answer My Cardiology MCQ books on Amazon “Classic” cardiogenic shock having hypotension with features of hypoperfusion, needing inotropes and mechanical circulatory support comes under Stage — of the 2019 SCAI (Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Intervention) classification: Correct answer: 3. Stage C The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Intervention (SCAI) has classified cardiogenic shock into stages from A through E. Stage A: “At risk” for cardiogenic shock – large myocardial infarction or heart failure, but not yet in shock, with normal mentation and systolic blood pressure of 100 mm Hg or more. Stage B: “Beginning” shock – hypotension or tachycardia without features of hypoperfusion (normal mentation). Systolic BP < 90, mean arterial pressure (MAP) <60 or 30 mm Hg fall in BP. Stage C: “Classic” cardiogenic shock – has hypotension with features of hypoperfusion, needing inotropes and mechanical circulatory support. Stage D: “Deteriorating” – needs multiple inotropes or mechanical circulatory support to maintain perfusion. Initial interventions have failed. Stage E: “Extremis” – in cardiac arrest with ongoing CPR or ECMO support, nearly pulseless, hypotension despite maximal support. More detailed description is available in the SCAI statement (Free Full Text). Back to question Reference Baran DA, Grines CL, Bailey S, Burkhoff D,...
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