Heart click

Heart click
Synonyms	Systolic click, Mitral valve prolapse click
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	N/A
Symptoms	Audible clicking sound during systole
Complications	Mitral valve prolapse, Mitral regurgitation
Onset	Can occur at any age
Duration	Persistent until underlying condition is treated
Types	N/A
Causes	Mitral valve prolapse, Bicuspid aortic valve, Aortic stenosis
Risks	Family history, Connective tissue disorders
Diagnosis	Auscultation, Echocardiogram
Differential diagnosis	Heart murmur, Pericardial rub
Prevention	N/A
Treatment	Monitoring, Beta blockers, Surgery if necessary
Medication	N/A
Prognosis	N/A
Frequency	Common in individuals with mitral valve prolapse
Deaths	N/A

Heart Click A Heart Click is a short, sharp sound that is often heard when listening to the heart with a stethoscope. It is usually caused by the sudden opening or closing of heart valves and is a common finding in many heart conditions.

Causes

Heart clicks can be caused by a variety of conditions, including Mitral Valve Prolapse, Aortic Stenosis, and Tricuspid Valve Prolapse. They can also be heard in healthy individuals, particularly in those who are thin or have a high cardiac output.

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of a heart click is usually made by a healthcare provider during a physical examination. The provider will listen to the heart with a stethoscope to identify the click. Additional tests, such as an Echocardiogram, may be ordered to further evaluate the cause of the click.

Treatment

The treatment for a heart click depends on the underlying cause. If the click is caused by a heart valve condition, treatment may include medications, lifestyle changes, or in some cases, surgery. If the click is not associated with any heart disease, no treatment is usually necessary.

See Also

• Heart Murmur
• Heart Sounds
• Cardiac Examination