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From The Blog
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2° AV Block – Mobitz I (Wenckebach) ECG
2° atrioventricular block – Mobitz I (often referred to as the Wenckebach phenomenon) is characterized by the progressive lengthening of…
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Double Sequential External Defibrillation (DSED)
Double sequential external defibrillation (DSED) can be used in ventricular fibrillation (VF) which remains refractory to conventional ACLS protocols. It…
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The Credit Card Game
I’ve found a strategic blend of benefits that suit my lifestyle and spending habits using Bilt Rewards, Chase Sapphire Reserve,…
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Hypophosphatemia
Phosphate is crucial for cellular/energy metabolism, bone integrity, and various enzymatic processes. Hypophosphatemia is classified as mild (2.5-3 mg/dL), moderate…
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Unilateral Cardiogenic Pulmonary Edema
Unilateral cardiogenic pulmonary edema (CPE) accounts for ~2% of pulmonary edema cases and is classically caused by posterior papillary muscle…
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Quadricuspid Aortic Valve
The normal aortic valve is trileaflet and comprised of the non, left, and right coronary cusps. Quadricuspid aortic valve (QAV)…