TRICUSPID INCOMPETENCE

Abstract

Tricuspid incompetence seems worthy of further analysis by means of pressure recordings from the right heart related to phlebography and phonocardiography, in view of the varied opinions expressed regarding its frequency and the diagnostic criteria. As the study proceeded it was clear that our diagnostic criteria were changing and that little purpose would be served by a review of past records; for this reason, only cases studied during the last year are being reported and the number (21) is not yet adequate for a full review of all aspects of the condition. It is felt that the findings may have some bearing on the topical general problem of incompetence of the atrioventricular valves.