Hepatic signs – MCQ – Answer

Hepatic signs – MCQ – Answer Pick out the wrong statement – Correct answer: b) Presystolic hepatic pulsations are noted in tricuspid regurgitation Presystolic hepatic pulsations are noted in tricuspid stenosis with sinus rhythm, due to forceful right atrial contraction which occurs just before systole. Systolic hepatic pulsations are noted in tricuspid regurgitation. Though hepatomegaly is usually tender in recent onset heart failure, in chronic cases it becomes non tender. Pulsations of liver in constrictive pericarditis follow that pattern in jugular venous pulse. In abdominojugular reflux, firm pressure over the abdomen causes jugular venous distension. It can be seen in constrictive pericarditis and tricuspid valve disease also. Back to question
Source: Cardiophile MD - Category: Cardiology Authors: Tags: Medicine MCQ - CVS Source Type: blogs