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Aortic Aneurysm An abnormal widening or ballooning of a section of an artery due to weakness in the wall of the blood vessel. Abdominal aortic aneurysm is the most common place. Below the renal vessels and usually involving the bifurcation. < 3cm Usually men over 70 years … [Read more...] about S2 E029 Arteries

="thrombophlebitis">Thrombophlebitis Phlebitis is an inflammation of vein. Thrombophlebitis is venous inflammation as a result of a blood clot The most common cause of phlebitis. Typically superficial following trauma Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) vs superficial … [Read more...] about S2 E028 Veins, Veins, Veins

Atherosclerosis Components of atherosclerosis Lipid deposition Fibrosis Calcifications Plaque in the intima of medium and large blood vessels Atherosclerosis is the number one cause of cardiac-related death and disability. Risk Factors HTN Dyslipidemia Smoking … [Read more...] about S2 E027 Atherosclerosis and Dyslipidemia: A review for the PANC

  Pulmonary Valve The pulmonary valve sits between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery. Pulmonary Stenosis 80% of right ventricular outflow obstruction Causes Congenital issue Thickened leaflets Tetralogy of Fallot Clinical Presentation Most are … [Read more...] about S2 E026 Finishing up Heart Murmurs for the PANCE