A jugular vein distention (JVD) is a bulging neck vein that may be a sign of cardiovascular disease or other serious heart or circulatory problems.
Learn what jugular venous distention (JVD) is, its causes, and why it’s important for respiratory therapists in patient care.
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JVD occurs when the increased pressure of the superior vena cava causes the external jugular vein to bulge. When this happens, it becomes more visible on the right side of a person’s neck.
If you cannot determine the JVP, report the exam as "JVP not visualized" rather than "no JVD" (which implies that the JVP was visualized and is not elevated). Once you have determined that you are seeing the venous waves then measure the jugular venous pressure:
JVD is a symptom of several different cardiovascular problems. Some of them can be life-threatening. Contact your doctor right away if you have JVD.
JVD can indicate several cardiovascular issues, including heart failure, high blood pressure, and fluid accumulation in the blood vessels. Doctors typically treat JVD by prescribing medications to reduce the pressure inside the heart and recommending lifestyle changes.
Jugular vein distention (JVD) causes a bulge in the veins running down the right side of a person’s neck. It results from increased pressure in a large vein called the vena cava. JVD can signify heart ...