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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Hyperdynamic precordium | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| specialty = [[Cardiology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Palpitations]], [[chest pain]], visible or palpable pulsations | |||
| complications = | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = [[Increased cardiac output]], [[anemia]], [[fever]], [[thyrotoxicosis]], [[pregnancy]] | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[echocardiography]] | |||
| differential = [[Heart failure]], [[valvular heart disease]], [[hypertrophic cardiomyopathy]] | |||
| prevention = | |||
| treatment = Address underlying cause | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = Depends on underlying cause | |||
| frequency = | |||
}} | |||
'''Hyperdynamic precordium''' is a medical term that refers to an excessively forceful or vigorous cardiac impulse that can be felt on the chest wall during physical examination. This condition is often associated with certain heart diseases and conditions. | '''Hyperdynamic precordium''' is a medical term that refers to an excessively forceful or vigorous cardiac impulse that can be felt on the chest wall during physical examination. This condition is often associated with certain heart diseases and conditions. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Hyperdynamic precordium can be caused by a variety of conditions, including [[heart failure]], [[anemia]], [[thyrotoxicosis]], [[pregnancy]], and [[fever]]. It can also be a sign of [[cardiac hypertrophy]] or [[cardiomyopathy]], which are conditions that cause the heart muscle to become enlarged or thickened. | Hyperdynamic precordium can be caused by a variety of conditions, including [[heart failure]], [[anemia]], [[thyrotoxicosis]], [[pregnancy]], and [[fever]]. It can also be a sign of [[cardiac hypertrophy]] or [[cardiomyopathy]], which are conditions that cause the heart muscle to become enlarged or thickened. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The main symptom of hyperdynamic precordium is a strong or forceful heartbeat that can be felt on the chest wall. Other symptoms can vary depending on the underlying cause of the condition. For example, if hyperdynamic precordium is caused by heart failure, symptoms may also include [[shortness of breath]], [[fatigue]], and [[swelling]] in the legs and ankles. | The main symptom of hyperdynamic precordium is a strong or forceful heartbeat that can be felt on the chest wall. Other symptoms can vary depending on the underlying cause of the condition. For example, if hyperdynamic precordium is caused by heart failure, symptoms may also include [[shortness of breath]], [[fatigue]], and [[swelling]] in the legs and ankles. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Hyperdynamic precordium is typically diagnosed during a physical examination. The doctor may feel the chest wall for a forceful cardiac impulse. Additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the condition. These tests may include an [[echocardiogram]], [[electrocardiogram]], or [[blood tests]]. | Hyperdynamic precordium is typically diagnosed during a physical examination. The doctor may feel the chest wall for a forceful cardiac impulse. Additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the condition. These tests may include an [[echocardiogram]], [[electrocardiogram]], or [[blood tests]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for hyperdynamic precordium typically involves treating the underlying cause of the condition. For example, if the condition is caused by heart failure, treatment may involve medications to help the heart pump more effectively, lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise, and in severe cases, surgery. | Treatment for hyperdynamic precordium typically involves treating the underlying cause of the condition. For example, if the condition is caused by heart failure, treatment may involve medications to help the heart pump more effectively, lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise, and in severe cases, surgery. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Cardiac examination]] | * [[Cardiac examination]] | ||
* [[Heart diseases]] | * [[Heart diseases]] | ||
* [[Cardiomyopathy]] | * [[Cardiomyopathy]] | ||
[[Category:Cardiology]] | [[Category:Cardiology]] | ||
[[Category:Medical terms]] | [[Category:Medical terms]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms and signs]] | [[Category:Symptoms and signs]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:30, 4 April 2025
| Hyperdynamic precordium | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Cardiology |
| Symptoms | Palpitations, chest pain, visible or palpable pulsations |
| Complications | |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Increased cardiac output, anemia, fever, thyrotoxicosis, pregnancy |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, echocardiography |
| Differential diagnosis | Heart failure, valvular heart disease, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | Address underlying cause |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying cause |
| Frequency | |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hyperdynamic precordium is a medical term that refers to an excessively forceful or vigorous cardiac impulse that can be felt on the chest wall during physical examination. This condition is often associated with certain heart diseases and conditions.
Causes[edit]
Hyperdynamic precordium can be caused by a variety of conditions, including heart failure, anemia, thyrotoxicosis, pregnancy, and fever. It can also be a sign of cardiac hypertrophy or cardiomyopathy, which are conditions that cause the heart muscle to become enlarged or thickened.
Symptoms[edit]
The main symptom of hyperdynamic precordium is a strong or forceful heartbeat that can be felt on the chest wall. Other symptoms can vary depending on the underlying cause of the condition. For example, if hyperdynamic precordium is caused by heart failure, symptoms may also include shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling in the legs and ankles.
Diagnosis[edit]
Hyperdynamic precordium is typically diagnosed during a physical examination. The doctor may feel the chest wall for a forceful cardiac impulse. Additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the condition. These tests may include an echocardiogram, electrocardiogram, or blood tests.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for hyperdynamic precordium typically involves treating the underlying cause of the condition. For example, if the condition is caused by heart failure, treatment may involve medications to help the heart pump more effectively, lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise, and in severe cases, surgery.
