No JVD

What does "No JVD" 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 JVD" is a term used in the medical field to indicate that a patient does not have Jugular Vein Distension. This condition, often a sign of heart problems, is when the veins in the neck appear to be bulging or swollen. A doctor might check for this during a physical examination. If they note "No JVD", it means they did not observe this symptom in the patient.

Editorial responsibility: BaluMed.

Report excerptExplanation

Confusing Medical Report?

BaluMed makes medicine understandable! Our extensive medical report explanation 'translates' complex medical terms from MRI findings and discharge summaries into easily understandable language. With a combination of artificial intelligence and medical expertise, we offer quickly available and reliable information.

  • Extensive. Summary, explanation per section, glossary.
  • Fast & Reliable. Doctor-reviewed, within 24 hours.
  • Privacy. Documents are automatically anonymized.
  • Multilingual. German, English, Spanish or Italian.