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Ectopic Pregnancy

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This posts reviews diagnostic and management considerations in ectopic pregnancy.
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Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT)

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DVT is a common ED presentation. This post reviews the diagnosis and up to date treatment recommendations.
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Focused Transesophogeal Echo in the Emergency Department

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Cardiac ultrasound is an established diagnostic modality in Emergency Medicine (EM). We use it to diagnose pericardial effusions (medical and traumatic), to discern the etiology of shock, to evaluate for congestive heart failure,
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Acute Cholecystitis

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This posts reviews the presentation, diagnosis and management of acute cholecystitis.
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Ultrasound Guided Fluid Assessment Protocol

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In critically ill patients, fluid status is a balancing act. Too little fluid resuscitation can lead to end organ hypoperfusion, while too much fluid resuscitation can lead to pulmonary edema and respiratory compromise.
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Ultrasound Guided Pericardiocentesis

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Cardiac tamponade is a life-threatening disorder + can be rapidly identified by POCUS + relieved with ultrasound guided pericardiocentesis
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