Abnormal Cardiac Exercise Stress Test C4477077
An exercise stress test showing the heart does not respond normally to physical exertion. Further testing is typically needed to determine the cause and guide treatment.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- I78.0
- ICD-11
- BA00.0
- Body system
- cardiovascular
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- false
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Chest discomfort
Pressure, tightness, or pain in the chest that may radiate to the arm, neck, or jaw during physical exertion.
Seek immediate medical attention if chest pain is severe, prolonged, or accompanied by shortness of breath, nausea, or sweating.
Arm or jaw pain
Pain, aching, or discomfort in the left arm, shoulder, neck, or jaw during physical stress.
Seek emergency care if arm or jaw pain occurs suddenly with chest discomfort or shortness of breath.
Shortness of breath
(cardiovascular)Difficulty breathing or feeling winded, especially during physical activity or exertion.
Frequency: 65-75% of patients
Exercise intolerance
(constitutional)Inability to complete usual physical activities or exercise due to fatigue, weakness, or discomfort.
Frequency: 60-70% of patients
Palpitations
(cardiovascular)Awareness of rapid, fluttering, or irregular heartbeat during or after exercise.
Frequency: 40-50% of patients
Dizziness
(neurologic)Feeling lightheaded, faint, or unsteady, particularly when standing up or after physical exertion.
Frequency: 30-40% of patients
Excessive fatigue
(constitutional)Unusual tiredness or lack of energy that persists after minimal physical activity.
Frequency: 40-50% of patients
Profuse sweating
(constitutional)Unusual or excessive sweating during physical exertion or at rest, often accompanying cardiac symptoms.
Frequency: 25-35% of patients
Nausea
(gastrointestinal)Feeling sick to the stomach, sometimes accompanied by vomiting, particularly during cardiac events.
Frequency: 15-25% of patients
Irregular heartbeat
(cardiovascular)Abnormal heart rhythm detected during the stress test, indicating possible arrhythmia or ischemia.
Frequency: 10-20% of patients
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