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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
A complete physical examination, including a thorough cardiac examination is important for the diagnosis of an atrioventricular canal. Findings may include abnormal cardiac rhythms, edema of the extremities, and [[cyanosis]]. | |||
==Physical Examination== | ==Physical Examination== | ||
===Heart=== | ===Heart=== | ||
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* Leg [[edema|swelling]] may be present | * Leg [[edema|swelling]] may be present | ||
===Other=== | ===Other=== | ||
* Shortness of breath may be present | * [[Shortness of breath]] may be present | ||
* Inability to exercise may be present | * Inability to exercise may be present | ||
* [[Fainting]] | * [[Fainting]] | ||
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[[Category:Disease]] | [[Category:Disease]] | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
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Overview
A complete physical examination, including a thorough cardiac examination is important for the diagnosis of an atrioventricular canal. Findings may include abnormal cardiac rhythms, edema of the extremities, and cyanosis.
Physical Examination
Heart
- Abnormal heart rhythms
- Valvular regurgitation
- Palpitations
Extremities
- Leg swelling may be present
Other
- Shortness of breath may be present
- Inability to exercise may be present
- Fainting
- Cyanosis may be present