Jugular Vein Distention: Symptoms and Causes - Cleveland Clinic
Jugular vein distention is when high pressure in your heart or nearby veins causes your neck veins to bulge. It can be a sign of serious or even deadly conditions.
Jugular Venous Distention - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
Jul 25, 2023 · Continuing Education Activity The jugular venous examination is a vital component of the cardiovascular exam. This activity outlines the identification and assessment of jugular …
Neck Vein Exam | JVP Measurement - Stanford Medicine
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 …
Jugular Vein Distention Causes and Signs of a Emergency
Jun 8, 2025 · Jugular vein distention (JVD), or the bulging of the jugular veins in the neck, is a key finding in a physical exam, indicating a potentially serious heart or circulatory problem.
Jugular vein distention (JVD): Causes, symptoms, treatment
Mar 27, 2025 · 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.
What Is JVD? Jugular Venous Distention Causes & Signs
Aug 4, 2025 · Jugular Venous Distention (JVD) is a physical sign indicating underlying health issues, presenting as a visible bulging of the jugular veins in the neck. These veins carry …
Jugular Venous Distention (JVD): An Overview (2025)
Sep 11, 2025 · Learn what jugular venous distention (JVD) is, its causes, and why it’s important for respiratory therapists in patient care.