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Kussmaul's Sign - Differential Diagnosis

Typically the JVP decreases with inspiration as the negative intrathoracic pressure "sucks
Typically the JVP ... inspiration, this finding ... #Sign #physicalexam ... #diagnosis #cardiology ... #differential #causes
Kussmaul's Sign and Friedreich's Sign on Neck Examination

A middle-aged M with unknown PMH presents with dyspnea.
findings are demonstrated ... Most likely diagnosis ... the underlying cause ... Kussmaul's (JVP ... #PhysicalExam #
Giant A waves caused by pulmonary HTN. There are two clearly discernible descents (X and Y)
Giant A waves caused ... by pulmonary HTN ... because she also has Kussmaul's ... the underlying diagnosis ... #Neck #PhysicalExam
Constrictive Pericarditis on Echocardiogram
A 55-year-old female marathon runner presents to clinic w/ 6-months of worsening breathlessness
100/82, HR 74, JVP ... 15 cm ASA, Kussmaul's ... These findings suggest ... Echocardiogram #a4c ... #pocus #clinical
It is important to recognize Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (ADHF) as more than just simply a
Some exam findings ... importantly, bedside ultrasound ... with presence of pulmonary ... the determined cause ... #treatment #table