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Algorithm for the diagnostic evaluation of dizziness. (HINTS = head-impulse, nystagmus, test of skew.)
Questions regarding the
diagnostic evaluation ... (HINTS = head-impulse ... Findings from the physical ... A diagnostic algorithm ... dizziness into one
Hearing Loss - Differential Diagnosis Framework

Hearing Loss Types:
• Conductive
• Sensorineural
• Mixed
Presbycusis is the most common type
- Differential Diagnosis ... The evaluation should ... hearing loss Exam ... • Head and neck ... #otology #otolaryngology
Petechial/Purpuric Rashes- THE ALGORITHMIC APPROACH 

These rashes can be especially challenging and are
associated with devastating differential
approach can help the physician ... remembering the etiology ... petechiae/purpura with fever ... require emergent evaluation ... may be far simpler
Ear Pain (Otalgia) - Differential Diagnosis Framework

Primary Otalgia 
 - Pain that originates from the ear
- Differential Diagnosis ... , weight loss, fever ... Unintended weight loss Physical ... Exam: • Traction ... #Pain #Otology
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
Preoperative Risk Evaluation ... or family - Ever ... Performance thorough physical ... event, follow ACC algorithm ... stratification #diagnosis
Hodgkin's Lymphoma Overview

Hodgkin's lymphoma (HL) is an uncommon hematological malignancy arising from mature B cells. It
• Dyspnea • Fever ... high or low • ESR ... lymph node biopsy (diagnostic ... criteria • Involves physical ... exam, CT scans