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Episode 335: WDx #29: The One Where Sharmin and Kaylin Discuss a Clinical Unknown

May 16, 2024

Dr. Nidhi Patel, a PGY2 in internal medicine at Emory University, joins Sharmin and Kaylin to discuss a case of acute heart failure in a young patient, exploring complex differential diagnoses, management of cardiogenic shock, and treatment considerations. The conversation delves into the challenges of identifying and managing critical cardiac conditions in a detailed case study, emphasizing the importance of prompt intervention and specialist involvement.

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Quick takeaways

Differentiate between various causes of heart failure in young patients.

Highlight the challenges in diagnosing rare myocarditis conditions.

Emphasize the importance of early intervention and aggressive treatment for giant cell myocarditis.

Deep dives

Introduction to Clinical Unknown with Dr. Nini Patel

Dr. Nini Patel introduces a case of a 23-year-old female with a history of heart failure returning to the emergency department for worsening symptoms.

Introduction

2min

Complex Case of Acute Heart Failure in a Young Patient

7min

Complex Case Study of Young Woman with Heart Failure

22min

Complex Presentation of Cardiogenic Shock

6min

Cardiology Analysis of a Patient in Decompensated Heart Failure

2min

Clinical Management of Acute Cardiogenic Shock

17min

Clinical Case Discussion: Management Strategies for Giant Cell Myocarditis

3min

In this episode of WDx, Dr Nidhi Patel joins Jane, Kaylin, and Sharmin and presents a case of a 23 yr old woman with worsening dyspnea and orthopnea.

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Nidhi is a current CPSolvers Academy member and a PGY2 in internal medicine at Emory University. She grew up in South Florida and went to University of Miami for undergrad and for medical school. Clinically she is interested in prevention of atherosclerotic disease, cardiac imaging and women’s health in cardiology! In her free time, she loves to catch a morning sunrise, and loves being outdoors to try adventurous activities including white water rafting, kayaking, and fast roller coasters.

This case was recently presented by Nidhi on a VMR with Rabih and Reza. Check it out here!

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