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19Jul/16
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Video of the Week: Internal Jugular Vein Clot

Dr. Duneant, PGY-2 EM resident at HUM, found this clot in the right IJ of a patient in the ICU.  The patient had signs and symptoms highly suggestive of a pulmonary embolism however sonographic DVT studies were negative bilaterally.  The probe was placed over the right IJ in anticipation of placement of a central line.

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18Jul/16
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How to Perform an US-Guided Pericardiocentesis

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We see patients with pericardial effusions often in the emergency department.   When those effusions are causing tamponade, a pericardiocentesis can be life-saving procedure.  A few months ago, Dr. Plantin, PGY-2 EM resident at HUM, performed his first pericardiocentesis. To watch a video to see how he did, and to learn how to safely perform this procedure, click on the video link above. (video on EMin5.com)

With high rates of tuberculosis, we really do see many pericardial effusions that require drainage.  In fact, Dr. Plantin performed his second pericardiocentesis on his very next shift!  Learn how to perform this procedure now so when the time comes for you to perform it, you will be ready

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23Jun/16
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Comfort Care in the Emergency Department

An 80 yr old male presented to the HUM ED complaining of acute onset epigastric and abdominal pain that started approximately 12 hours prior to arrival and was followed by multiple episodes of coffee ground emesis.  Patient arrived to the ED holding his abdomen and screaming in pain.

Blood pressure: 100/60  Heart rate: 150  RR: 28  Saturation: 88% on non-rebreather

Abdominal exam revealed a rigid abdomen with significant rebound and involuntary guarding.

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