Appendicitis on ultrasound – the first step is to identify the appendix by finding a blind-ending tubular structure arising from the base of the cecum. The sonographic signs of appendicitis include: dilated appendix > 6mm outer diameter (left image) noncompressible distinct appendiceal wall layers due to edema (left image) target appearance […]
Stable Afib in the Ed
Posted onA 55M h/o HTN presents with 5 hours of palpitations that woke him from sleep. His complaint is that the sensation of his fast beating heart is uncomfortable. There is no chest pain, no SOB. There are no other associated symptoms. Vitals: HR 145 BP 120/65 RR 12 T98.0 98% Patient is well appearing, exam […]