[Skill Modules
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Abnormal Pulsations
CV Merger
| The v wave is increased when there is increased atrial filling during systole. The most common cause is tricuspid regurgitation. (often called a cv wave or s wave as it begins during the c wave) It is specific but not sensitive for tricuspid regurgitation as a large and compliant atrium can mitigate the effect of the regurgitation on the jugular vein wave forms. |
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