No jugular venous pressure distention

What does "No jugular venous pressure distention" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"No jugular venous pressure distention" means that the veins in the neck are not swollen or enlarged. This swelling can sometimes happen when the heart isn't pumping blood as well as it should be, causing blood to back up in the veins. When a doctor says there is no jugular venous pressure distention, it means that the veins in the neck appear normal and there is no sign of this particular heart problem.

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