Flashcards in Exam 3 Deck (75)
Loading flashcards...
1
Mode of inheritance for HCM in cats?
autosomal dominant
2
Which protein is mutated in HCM?
Cardiac myosin binding protein C
3
2 cat breeds over-represented for HCM?
Maine coon
Ragdoll
4
HCM is a disease of _____ dysfunction
diastolic
5
Name 2 consequences of the altered Ca handling that occurs with HCM
1) Ca gets left in cytosol during diastole-->incomplete ventricular relaxation
2) myofibrils become more sensitive to Ca
6
The hallmark histopath finding for HCM?
Myofiber disarray
7
Is gross examination of a heart that has LV concentric hypertrophy sufficient for a diagnosis of HCM?
NO!!
8
Name 3 reasons murmurs can occur with HCM
1) SAM
2) septal hypertrophy leading to LVOT obstruction
3) RVOT obstruction
9
What arrhythmias are commonly seen with HCM?
Arrhythmias are uncommon with HCM!
BUT, VPCs are most common (supraventricular arrhythmias are more rare)
10
1/2 the cats that develop CHF with HCM get it because of what reason?
a precipitating event (i.e. they were sick and then given IV fluid therapy, or went under anesthesia)
11
As far as lung involvement, is edema or effusion more common in cats with HCM?
Edema
12
Most notable ECG finding for cats with HCM? And the cause?
Left axis deviation
Left anterior fasicular block
13
T/F: if an infiltrative disease causes left ventricular concentric hypertrophy, treatment of the primary disease will resolve the hypertrophy
TRUE
14
What is the primary indication for use of beta-blockers in treating HCM?
when there is a LVOT obstruction from SAM
*increased filling time helps more blood enter and push valve away from the outflow tract*
15
A contraindication for use of beta-blockers in HCM?
when the patient is in ACTIVE CHF... need to maintain CO and beta-blockers will slow HR too much
16
HCM tends to be more aggressive in?
Young, male purebred cats
17
A disease of diastolic dysfunction due to non-compliant ventricular walls
Restrictive cardiomyopathy (RCM)
18
As fibrosis in RCM progresses, what can develop?
can progress to systolic dysfunction
19
Which thoracic radiograph finding is most common in cats with RCM?
left or biatrial enlargement
20
On ECG, which arrhythmia is most common with RCM?
Atrial fibrillation
21
Concerning Tx of RCM:
1) which medications are indicated if systolic dysfunction is present?
2) if systolic dysfunction is present, which class of drugs may not be the best choice?
1) Pimobendan
2) beta-blockers
22
DCM is a disease of ____ dysfunction
systolic
23
Describe how Mitral/tricuspid regurgitation can occur with DCM
when the chambers dilate, they pull the leaflets apart (annular stretch), creating a gap
24
The most common physical exam finding for cats with DCM?
S3 gallop sound
25
Which two classes of drugs are indicated for use in treating DCM?
1) positive inotropes
2) anti-arrhythmias (but not beta-blockers!!)
26
Two actions of Pimobendan?
1) calcium sensitizer (allows less Ca to stimulate a stronger contraction)
2) PDE III inhibitor (vasodilation & increased Ca release and uptake)
27
T/F: if Taurine deficiency is the cause of DCM, supplementation may return systolic function to normal
True
28
The gold standard for diagnosing taurine-deficient myocardial failure?
Myocardial biopsy (but it's not practical)
29
The cause of most cases of arterial thromboembolic disease?
severe cardiac disease (HCM, RCM, DCM)
30
Name the 3 components of Virchow's triad
blood stasis
endothelial damage
hypercoaguable state
31
Which component of Virchow's triad is most important in cat ATE?
Blood stasis
32
What is the most important factor for determining severity and recovery with ATE disease?
constriction of collateral circulation
33
Concerning anti-platelet drugs in cats:
1) which is a good sole agent?
2) which is not recommended in cats due to risk of hemorrhage?
1) Clopidogrel
2) Warfarin
34
The difference between staging a patient as B1 vs. B2?
B1--no cardiomegaly
B2--cardiomegaly is present
35
FIRST sign of R-CHF in:
1) dogs
2) cats
1) ascites (comes later in cats)
2) pleural effusion (comes later in dogs)
36
Name the 3 affects of sympathetic stimulation on the heart/vasculature
1) stimulates contractility (beta)
2) increases HR (beta)
3) systemic vasoconstriction (alpha)
37
Name the important effects of AT-II (5)
1) increases aldosterone (Na retention)
2) increases ADH (saves water)
3) increases thirst and Na cravings
4) activates sympathetic adrenergic system
5) fibrosis of heart and kidney
38
4 classes of drugs commonly used in treatment of CHF?
Diuretics
ACE-I
Positive inotrope
Vasodilators
39
How is efficacy of diuretics measured?
by seeing a 5-8% decrease in body weight (w/in 8-12hrs)
40
Primary site of action for loop diuretics?
And what is their action?
Thick ascending loop of henle
Inhibition of Na/K/Cl co-transporter
41
Which loop diuretic it the best choice for rapid diuresis?
Furosemide
42
What is the outcome of long-term use of loop diuretics?
Tolerance
--decreased absorption
--hypertrophy of distal tubule cells (get better at saving Na)
43
Site and mechanism of action for Thiazide diuretics?
early distal tubule
inhibition of Na/Cl co-transporter
44
Thiazide diuretics are best reserved for what patients?
Those that are no longer responding to Furosemide (refractory CHF)
45
Site and mechanism of action of K-sparing diuretics?
Late distal tubule & early collecting duct
Aldosterone antagonist (competitive inhibition)
46
Which class of diuretics is weak on its own and should therefore always be used in combination?
K-sparing (spironolactone)
47
2 impacts of RAAS activation on the myocardium?
1) induces apoptosis of healthy cardiomyocytes
2) induces cardiac fibrosis
48
Give two advantages of Benazapril
1) not eliminated entirely in the kidneys (better choice if renal dysfunction is present)
2) can be give once a day (good for cats!!)
49
Why are K-sparing diuretics useful in treating PLN?
cause dilation of the efferent renal arteriole (decreases GFR)
**This is also why they have the potential to cause kidey damage**
50
What class of drug is Dobutamine?
Catecholamine
51
What is the action of dobutamine and how does it change with dose?
increases cAMP & Ca levels
1) low dose: inotropy with little vascular effects
2) high dose: increases vascular resistance
52
An L-type Ca channel blocker that causes arterial specific vasodilation
Amlodipine
53
Which drug is able to cause dilation of both arteries and veins?
Nitroprusside
54
Which vasodilator:
1) should be used cautiously in patients with liver dz?
2) can cause cyanide toxicity with prolonged use?
3) causes the most profound decreased in BP?
1) Amlodipine
2) Nitroprusside
3) Hydralazine
55
Which drug increases venous capacitance to decrease preload?
Nitroglycerin
56
Contraindication for vasodialtors in acute L-CHF?
outflow tract obstruction
57
Increased pulmonary arterial pressure
pulmonary hypertension
58
What is cor pulmonale
Right heart disease that develops secondary to pulmonary disease (usually PH)
59
Gold standard for diagnosis of PH?
pulmonary catheterization
(invasive and not practical)
60
Two goals of PH therapy?
1) treat underlying disease
2) prevent vasoconstriction and improve oxygen delivery
61
Main drug used to treat PH and it's MOA?
Sildenafil
PDE-V inhibitor (prevents cGMP breakdown so NO can stay around longer)-->improved vasodilation
62
Main site of storage for Pro-BNP and pro-ANP peptides?
Atrial myocytes (as granules)
*pro-ANP >> pro-BNP
63
When cleaved, which end of the peptide is the active hormone?
C-terminal end
64
How do natriuretics work?
promote Na (water) excretion by inhibiting tubular Na uptake in collecting ducts
65
What stimulus causes the release of natriuretic peptides?
atrial stretch and volume overload stress
66
Which natriuretic peptide is significantly upregulated with CHRONIC volume overload?
pre-pro-BNP
67
Two methods for removal of natriuretic peptides?
1) bind to clearance receptors
2) Neutral endopeptidases
68
What causes the release of cTnI?
cardiomyocte damage
69
Two important sources of stem cells in the heart?
Pericardium
R atrium
70
Two causes of increased pericardial pressure?
Severe pericardial effusion
Stiff pericardium (constrictive pericarditis)
71
Two most common causes of pericardial effusion:
1) Dog
2) Cat (has 3)
1) Neoplasia & Idiopathic
2) Neoplasia (lymphoma), R-CHF, FIP
72
4 tumors that can occur in the heart
1) hemangiosarcoma
2) heart base tumors
3) lymphoma
4) mesothelioma
73
Name the most common location for each of the cardiac tumors
1) hemangiosarcoma--R auricle
2) heart base tumors--great vessels (aorta, pulmonary artery)
3) lymphoma--LV myocardium
4) mesothelioma--doesn't form a mass
74
3 ECG findings associated with cardiac tamponade
1) sinus tachycardia (100%)
2) Low QRS amplitude (100%)
3) Electrical alterans (alteration in R wave amplitude... 25%)
75
