Tag: ADHF

Vasoactive Agents in Cardiogenic Shock Related to AMI and ADHF

Cardiogenic shock (CS) is a heterogeneous condition associated with exceptionally high mortality rates, despite significant advances in the field of cardiology. The primary causes of CS are myocardial infarction-related CS... read more

EPSS vs. Fractional Shortening for LV Function – Is EPSS Good Enough?

In a recent issue of the Journal of Ultrasound through AIUM, Weekes et al. (and Kendall et al in AM J EM) talk about a hot topic that emergency and critical care physicians hold dear to them – the EPSS , or E-point septal... read more

Diagnostic Accuracy of Point-of-Care Lung Ultrasonography and Chest Radiography in Adults With Symptoms Suggestive of ADHF

Standard tools used to diagnose pulmonary edema in acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF), including chest radiography (CXR), lack adequate sensitivity, which may delay appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Point-of-care... read more