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IBCC Episode 53 - Submassive & Massive Pulmonary Embolism

The Internet Book of Critical Care Podcast

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Identifying Critical Signs in Patients with Pulmonary Embolism

This chapter emphasizes the importance of recognizing warning signs like sudden deterioration, bradycardia, and elevated troponin and lactate levels in patients with pulmonary embolism. It explores the physiological indicators of severe cases, such as RV dysfunction, sympathetic activation, and CT scan findings, providing insights into diagnostic considerations for these high-risk patients.

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