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Pulmonary Hypertension

Patient Information

Age
3 Years
Species
Canine

Images

Mitral insufficiency is measured with CW Doppler to maximize the insufficiency jet at 6.02 m/sec.
CW spectral Doppler assessment of the tricuspid insufficiency visible in the prior video. The tricuspid insufficiency velocity is 3.5 meters/sec indicative of moderate pulmonary hypertension. This is a key measurement to perform when pulmonary embolism is suspected since pulmonary hypertension can form rapidly in these cases.

History

This is a 3-year old mix breed dog with moderate mitral insufficiency, nephritic syndrome and acute pulmonary hypertension potentially due to pulmonary thromboembolism.

Videos

Video of color flow turbulence over the tricuspid valve with complete color filling of the right atrium.