Contraindications to Symptom-Limited Maximal Exercise Testing (Exam 2)
Relative Contraindication
Moderate to severe aortic stenosis with uncertain relationship to symptoms.
Absolute Contraindication
Ongoing unstable angina.
Relative Contraindication
Acquired advanced or complete heart block.
Absolute Contraindication
Active endocarditis
Absolute Contraindication
Acute aortic dissection.
Absolute Contraindication
Acute myocardial infarction within 2 days.
Absolute Contraindication
Acute myocarditis or pericarditis.
Absolute Contraindication
Acute pulmonary embolism, pulmonary infarction, or deep venous thrombosis.
Absolute Contraindication
Decompensated heart failure.
Relative Contraindication
Known obstructive left main coronary artery stenosis.
Relative Contraindication
Mental impairment with limited ability to cooperate.
Absolute Contraindication
Physical disability that preludes safe and adequate testing.
Relative Contraindication
Recent stroke or transient ischemia attack.
Relative Contraindication
Resting HTN with systolic >200mmHg or diastolic >110mmHg.
Absolute Contraindication
Symptomatic severe aortic stenosis.
Relative Contraindication
Tachyarrhythmias with uncontrolled ventricular rates.
Absolute Contraindication
Uncontrolled cardiac arrhythmia with hemodynamic compromise.
Relative Contraindication
Uncorrected medical conditions such as significant anemia, important electrolyte imbalance, and hyperthyroidism.
