What are the findings of Mitral Stenosis before proceeding to auscultation?

What are the findings of Mitral Stenosis before proceeding to auscultation?

  1. Mitral facies – plethoric cheeks with bluish patches
  2. Tapping apex
  3. Apical diastolic thrill
  4. Jugular venous pulse may show prominent ‘a’ wave
  5. Right ventricular (RV) heave in the presence of pulmonary hypertension.