Valvular Heart Diseases (VHD) - An Introduction - Cardiology
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Learn about valvular heart diseases in this comprehensive 26-minute medical video covering all aspects of cardiac valve function and pathology. Master the fundamentals of cardiac valves including aortic, mitral, tricuspid, and pulmonic valves, while understanding various conditions like stenosis and regurgitation. Explore the cardiac cycle, blood circulation, and diagnostic tools including ECG, cardiac auscultation, and heart sounds (S1-S4). Gain insights into treatment approaches such as valve replacement and open heart surgery, while understanding related conditions like rheumatic fever and heart failure. Examine clinical assessment techniques including neck vein evaluation, blood pressure monitoring, pulse assessment, and modern diagnostic methods like echocardiography.
Introduction to Valvular Heart Diseases in Cardiology