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Flashcards in Cardiology Deck (4)
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1
Q

Back Pain with radiation to back, unequal BP between arms

A

Aortic dissection

2
Q

Most accurate test for chest pain that radiates to the back with unequal BP between arms

A

CXR: Widened mediastinum
Confirm with CT, MRI or TEE
Disease: Aortic dissection

3
Q

Chest pain that worsens when lying flat, better when sitting up in an individual <40

A

Pericarditis

4
Q

What is the most accurate test for someone complaining of chest pain that worsens when lying flat, but improves when sitting up?

A

ECG: ST elevation everywhere, PR depression
Disease: Pericarditis