Some helpful tests in acute decompensated
heart failure ‐ Imaging
Answer
• CXR – high yield - check for pulm edema
• Echocardiogram – LV/RV function, valves, pericardium;
should be done if no recent assessment
• Heart catheterization as indicated - measure pressure inside heart
– Active ischemia, need for accurate hemodynamic information
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#cardiology
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Some helpful tests in acute decompensated
heart failure ‐ Imaging
Answer
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Tags
#cardiology
Question
Some helpful tests in acute decompensated
heart failure ‐ Imaging
Answer
• CXR – high yield - check for pulm edema
• Echocardiogram – LV/RV function, valves, pericardium;
should be done if no recent assessment
• Heart catheterization as indicated - measure pressure inside heart
– Active ischemia, need for accurate hemodynamic information
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