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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Common physical examination findings of aortitis include abnormal heart sounds, [[hypertension]] or [[hypotension]], a difference in blood pressure between both arms, [[fever]], | Common physical examination findings of aortitis include abnormal heart sounds, [[hypertension]] or [[hypotension]], a difference in blood pressure between both arms, [[fever]], and either reduced or absent [[pulses]].<ref name=ddd>{{Cite web | title =Isolated Aortitis | url =http://www.vasculitisfoundation.org/isolated-aortitis/ Accessed on September 11th, 2015 }}</ref> | ||
==Physical Examination== | ==Physical Examination== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [2] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Maliha Shakil, M.D. [3]
Overview
Common physical examination findings of aortitis include abnormal heart sounds, hypertension or hypotension, a difference in blood pressure between both arms, fever, and either reduced or absent pulses.[1]
Physical Examination
Appearance of the Patient
The general appearance of the patient will depend on the severity of the condition and the cause.
Vitals
- Fever
- Reduced or absent pulses
- Hypotension or hypertension
- A difference in blood pressure between both arms[1]
Heart
Auscultation
- Abnormal heart sounds[1]
Abdomen
- Abdominal tenderness[1]
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