6 results
Cushing Syndrome Testing Algorithm
INDICATIONS FOR TESTING:
 • Suspected Cushing syndrome (central obesity, muscle weakness, refractory hypertension)
Testing:
dexamethasone suppression test ... between 11 pm and ... Hormone • MRI of adrenal ... diagnosis #algorithm #endocrinology ... #Adrenal #Hyperfunction
Gastrointestinal Evaluation of Iron Deficiency Anemia
In patients with anemia, diagnose iron deficiency if:
 • Ferritin <
Test for celiac ... Recommended in men and ... Non-invasive testing ... Gastrointestinal #Evaluation #workup ... #diagnosis #gastroenterology
Primary Adrenal Insufficiency:
 • ACTH stimulation test - Synthetic ACTH does not stimulate cortisol secretion because
ACTH stimulation test ... both cortisol and ... laboratory #diagnosis #testing ... #endocrinology ... #workup
Froment’s Test for Ulnar Nerve Palsy

This tests for pinch grip weakness caused by ulnar nerve palsy,
ulnar nerve palsy, testing ... clinical #video #neurology ... #physicalexam # ... msk #orthopedics ... #sports #hand
Ocular Myasthenia Gravis on Physical Exam

A 41yo female was referred by her neurologist for double vision.
In-office testing ... dismay the blood work ... always ask your ... Myasthenia #Gravis #PhysicalExam ... ophthalmology #neurology
Posterior Knee Dislocation Injury
Specifically, POSTERIOR KNEE DISLOCATIONS can have significant associated injury that needs unique approach
workup. ... Neurologic deficit ... nerve injury (25%) TEST ... ligament/meniscus testing ... Posterior #Injury #msk