26 Dextrocardia
Salient features
Examination
• Apex beat is absent on the left side and present on the right.
• Heart sounds are better heard on the right side of the chest.
• Ascertain whether the liver dullness is present on the right or left side.
• Examine the chest for bronchiectasis.
• Proceed by telling the examiner that you would like to perform the following checks:
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