4 results
Bullet Embolization in the Right Ventricle on POCUS Echocardiogram
22M s/p GSW to left mid-abdomen. Positive FAST
Bullet Embolization ... out this apical cardiac ... Pt sustained GSW ... Echocardiogram #clinical ... #trauma
Hemorrhagic Pericardial Effusion with Tamponade on POCUS

In an unstable pt w/ chest trauma, subxiphoid view FIRST!

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Hemorrhagic Pericardial ... In an unstable pt ... #Tamponade #Cardiac ... POCUS #cardiology #clinical ... #s4c #trauma
Traumatic Cardiac Arrest: ED Thoracotomy Instructions
1. CALL FOR HELP.
2. GATHER SUPPLIES.
   +/- Sterile gloves,
Lebsche knife & mallet ... Forceps, Needle driver ... : Sternal saw, trauma ... Evacuate Pericardium ... Intrathoracic Hemorrhage
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) Overview

Increased Clotting and Consumption of Clotting Factors

Findings:
 • Bleeding
 • Recent history
Recent history of trauma ... • Increased thrombin ... organ damage Clinical ... Acral cyanosis • Hemorrhagic ... bullae • Purpura