6 results
Thromboelastogram (TEG) Interpretation
 • R-time (R) - Time to first deviation from baseline
 • K-time (K)
Thromboelastogram ... (TEG) Interpretation ... #TEG #thromboelastography ... #Interpretation ... #diagnosis #management
Normal Thromboelastogram - Specific parameters represent the 3 phases of the cell-based model of haemostasis: initiation,
Normal Thromboelastogram ... #Coagulation #Thromboelastogram ... #TEG #Normal #Interpretation
THROMBOELASTOGRAPHY (TEG)
General Principle
• A small cuvette is rotated to simulate sluggish venous flow and stimulate clot
THROMBOELASTOGRAPHY (TEG ... @nickmmark #TEG ... #Thromboelastogram ... Thromboelastography #Diagnosis #Management ... CriticalCare #Hematology #Interpretation
Thromboelastography (trademarked as TEG)
 • Graphical representation of the fibrin polymerization process
 • Point-of-care anti-coagulation monitoring
trademarked as TEG ... routine transfusion algorithms ... Thromboelastography #Thromboelastogram ... #TEG #interpretation
Hyperglycemic Crisis - Algorithm for DKA/HHS

Diagnostic criteria for DKA:
 • pH < 7.3
 • Anion gap
Hyperglycemic Crisis - Algorithm ... • Anion gap normal ... serum ketones (neg ... • Serum BHB normal ... #management #endocrinology
Possible approach to empiric anticoagulation in COVID-19

Is D-dimer above '"1,000-2,000 ng/ml?
Contraindication to anticoagulation?
Check fibrinogen level and/or
thromboelastography (TEG ... R-time low or normal ... Fibrinogen level is normal ... anticoagulation #COVID19 #management ... #criticalcare #algorithm