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- Title
The patient with a systolic murmur: severe aortic stenosis may be missed during cardiovascular examination.
- Authors
Das, P.; Pocock, C.; Chambers, J.
- Abstract
Significant aortic stenosis is prevalent amongst elderly people. It may be subclinical, manifesting only as a murmur, but can still cause unexpected death with little warning after symptoms develop. Recent studies have highlighted the unreliability of the classical clinical signs of severe aortic stenosis, leading to concern that some patients may not be referred appropriately for echocardiography. Here, we review the evidence for the accuracy of each sign. We suggest that the assessment of the patient with a systolic murmur should be reappraised, and offer guidelines toward improving the recognition of aortic stenosis in the community.
- Publication
QJM: An International Journal of Medicine, 2000, Vol 93, Issue 10, p685
- ISSN
1460-2725
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1093/qjmed/93.10.685