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The 'a' wave appears as contraction of the right atrium because the jugular venous pulse is measured on the venous side - this distinction comes into play for right vs left sided AV valve problems. Notice how the 'a' wave height is a little higher than the 'v' wave height

How the 'a' wave changes based on different pathologies. Mainly focus on Tricuspid regurgitation & stenosis, and Atrial fibrillation:


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