Harrison's PodClass: Internal Medicine Cases and Board Prep

Harrison's PodClass provides engaging, high-yield discussions of key topics commonly found on rotational and board exams in internal and family medicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition

Exploring the challenging case of a 33-year-old woman with dyspnea on exertion, diving into diagnostic tests like echocardiogram and bubble study for pulmonary hypertension. Understanding differential diagnosis and management of pulmonary hypertension in young patients.

Harrison's PodClass provides engaging, high-yield discussions of key topics commonly found on rotational and board exams in internal and family medicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition

Harrison's PodClass provides engaging, high-yield discussions of key topics commonly found on rotational and board exams in internal and family medicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition

Harrison's PodClass provides engaging, high-yield discussions of key topics commonly found on rotational and board exams in internal and family medicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition

Learn more about this in Chapter 355: Cirrhosis and Its ComplicationsIn this episode of Harrison's Podclass, Dr. Cathy Handy and Dr. Charlie Wiener tackle the case of a 62-year-old woman presenting with pruritus and a constellation of symptoms including fatigue, weight loss, and intermittent nausea. The discussion delves into the diagnostic process, highlighting key clinical findings such as jaundice, spider angiomata, and a nodular liver.Dr. Handy and Dr. Wiener explore the implications of these findings, focusing on the differential diagnosis for cirrhosis and the potential underlying causes. The episode emphasizes the significance of antimitochondrial antibodies (AMA) in diagnosing primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a condition characterized by chronic liver inflammation and bile duct destruction.Listeners will gain insights into the histopathology of PBC, typical laboratory findings, and the treatment options available, including the role of Ursodeoxycholic acid and liver transplantation. The episode concludes with a brief review of alternative diagnostic tests and their relevance in the broader context of liver disease.Tune in for a comprehensive discussion on diagnosing and managing liver conditions in an older adult, with practical insights for clinicians dealing with similar cases.Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition

Harrison's PodClass provides engaging, high-yield discussions of key topics commonly found on rotational and board exams in internal and family medicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition

Harrison's PodClass provides engaging, high-yield discussions of key topics commonly found on rotational and board exams in internal and family medicine. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 22nd Edition

In this podcast, they discuss a 24-year-old patient with pelvic pain and renal cysts, exploring possible diagnoses like polycystic kidney disease. They provide a comprehensive overview of polycystic kidney disease, including diagnostic criteria, genetic testing, risk factors, potential complications, treatment options, and the importance of blood pressure control.

This podcast discusses a case of a 23-year-old woman with severe anorexia, focusing on the physical examination findings and complications of refeeding. The importance of careful nutritional repletion and the concept of refeeding syndrome are highlighted. The episode also explores potential electrolyte imbalances, vitamin deficiencies, and complications that can arise during refeeding in patients with severe anorexia.