Diastolic murmur
Diastolic murmur is a type of heart murmur that occurs during the diastolic phase of the cardiac cycle. It is characterized by an abnormal sound heard through a stethoscope when the heart is at rest or filling with blood.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Diastolic murmurs are typically caused by conditions that affect the structure or function of the heart's valves. These can include aortic regurgitation, mitral stenosis, and tricuspid stenosis.
Aortic Regurgitation[edit | edit source]
Aortic regurgitation is a condition where the aortic valve does not close properly, causing blood to leak back into the left ventricle during diastole. This can lead to a diastolic murmur that is often described as a blowing sound.
Mitral Stenosis[edit | edit source]
Mitral stenosis is a narrowing of the mitral valve, which can restrict blood flow from the left atrium to the left ventricle. This can result in a diastolic murmur that is often described as a rumbling sound.
Tricuspid Stenosis[edit | edit source]
Tricuspid stenosis is a narrowing of the tricuspid valve, which can restrict blood flow from the right atrium to the right ventricle. This can result in a diastolic murmur that is often described as a rumbling sound.
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Diagnosis of a diastolic murmur involves a physical examination, during which a doctor will listen to the heart with a stethoscope. Further diagnostic tests may include an echocardiogram, electrocardiogram, and cardiac catheterization.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for a diastolic murmur depends on the underlying cause. This can include medication, lifestyle changes, or in some cases, surgery to repair or replace the affected heart valve.
See Also[edit | edit source]
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