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US - Takotsubo cardiomyopathy: Ultrasound of the Month
Hypotension in trauma? It’s always hemorrhage. Or is it? Join Dr. Harty as he details the unexpected clinical course of an unstable trauma patient, guided by the light of ultrasound.
US - Diagnosing PE: Ultrasound of the Month
PE is often a considered and easily risk-stratified diagnosis, however what about when you take away your definitive test of the CTPA? Dr. Ham examines the 60/60 sign and other ultrasonographic tests you can use to determine the acuity of right ventricular strain which is addition to the clinical and hemodynamic evaluation can help you triage additional strategies to traditional anticoagulation.
US - Wall Echo Shadow Sign: Ultrasound of the Month
Ultrasound case of the month is back, with Dr. Ham covering a case of persistent abdominal pain after a recently negative CT scan. Bedside scanning provides a quick answer to a clinical puzzle.