Dilated Cardiomyopathy Flashcards
(11 cards)
1
Q
Which cardiac chamber more commonly affected
A
Left ventricle
2
Q
Pathophysiology
A
Weakened myocardium stretches and thins
- enlarged heart
- unable to effectively pump blood
Valves thin and break down
- backflow
- causes abnormalities in HR and rhythm
Falling cardiac output leads to CHF
3
Q
If left ventricle affected where does fluid accumulate
A
Lungs
4
Q
If right ventricle affected where does fluid accumulate
A
Abdomen
5
Q
General aetiology (3)
A
May be idiopathic
May be hereditary
Relatively rare in cats
6
Q
Breed predisposition (4)
A
Large breeds
- Doberman
- Great Dane
- boxer
7
Q
Who is more affected re. Age and gender
A
Middle age to geriatric
More common in males
8
Q
Main causes in cats (2)
A
Idiopathic
Taurine deficiency
9
Q
Factor influencing development
A
Poor diet
- lack of protein
- taurine deficiency
10
Q
Clinical signs (8)
A
Lethargy/depression Decreased resp. Function Exercise intolerance Murmur Arrhythmia Eventually heart failure
Coughing (LV) Distended abdomen (RV)
11
Q
Diagnosis (5)
A
Hx/cs/exam
Echocardiogram
ECG
Radiography
