A holosystolic murmur best heard at the left lower sternal border that increases with inspiration most likely indicates which valvular lesion?
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Get StartedA holosystolic murmur best heard at the left lower sternal border that increases with inspiration most likely indicates which valvular lesion?
Options:
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Mitral regurgitation
- Aortic stenosis
- Pulmonic regurgitation
Correct answer: Tricuspid regurgitation
Explanation: Tricuspid regurgitation produces a holosystolic murmur at the left lower sternal border that intensifies with inspiration due to increased right ventricular venous return and right-sided sounds.
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