Review Note

Last Update: 12/28/2023 09:26 PM

Current Deck: Duke Pathoma::10_GI

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What is carcinoid heart disease? Specifically how are the valves involved?

Back

A complication of carcinoid syndrome that results in a right-sided valvular fibrosis, caused by serotonin-induced fibrosis (collagen deposition) of these valves. Triscuspid regurgitation and pulmonary valve stenosis are often seen.

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