Exploring the Specificity of Early Systolic Notching in Diagnosing Pulmonary Embolism

Exploring the specificity of early systolic notching, this chapter delves into the nuances of using echocardiography to diagnose pulmonary embolism, comparing its limitations and effectiveness with other diagnostic methods like McConnell sign. The discussion references a Turkish multi-center trial with 183 patients, underscoring the high specificity of early systolic notching in identifying PE.