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From The Blog
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Death Certificates For COVID-19
As an intensivist working in COVID ICUs, the unfortunate reality is that many of my patients have died from complications…
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Transposition Of The Great Arteries (TGA)
Here’s a transesophageal echo (TEE) clip I’ve taken of an interesting congenital condition: transposition of the great arteries (TGA). Whereas…
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Anatomic Liver Segments
The Couinaud classification system divides the liver into eight functionally independent segments, each with a center consisting of a portal…
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How Do N95 Masks Work?
N95 masks have become one of the most coveted pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic; however,…
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Post Dural Puncture Headache (PDPH)
Post dural puncture headache (PDPH) is a potential complication following neuraxial procedures when the dura is punctured and entry into…
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Superior Vena Cava (SVC) Syndrome
Superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome is characterized by facial plethora, upper body venous engorgement, chest pain, soft tissue swelling, dyspnea,…