ECG
Topics Components Changes Notes PQRST MI K Media Images Videos References Reference
SECTIONS
Arteries Lower Limb
Topics LL Notes Lower: External Iliac – Femoral – Popliteal – Anterior & Posterior Tibial Anterior tibial becomes Dorsalis Pedis The common femoral artery is the distal continuation of the external iliacartery as it passes posteriorly and inferiorly to the inguinal ligament. popliteal /pɒˈplɪtɪəl,ˌpɒplɪˈtiːəl/ adjective Anatomyadjective: popliteal relating to or situated in the
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Arteries Upper Limb
Topics UL Notes Upper: Subclavian – Axillary – Radial & Ulnar brachial/ˈbreɪkɪəl/adjective: brachial Anatomyrelating to the arm or to a structure resembling the arm.”the brachial artery” Media References Click here Click here Click here
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CHEST X-RAY (CXR)
Topics CXR PA / AP views CXR: ABCDE The Cardio-Thoracic Ratio (CTR) greater than 1:2 (50%) is considered abnormal. The carina represents the inferior termination of the trachea into the right and left main bronchi. Chilaiditi PTx 3 treatments – Venflon, Seldinger, Surgical Hemothorax, Pleural Effusion, Empyema NG Tube/Ryles Tube – Position, Indications, Tests Media Normal
Gall Bladder
Topics GB Parts Diseases Diagnosis: Symptoms/Signs/Tests Management Notes Diseases Biliary Colic Cholecystitis Choledocholithiasis Cholangitis Tests Liver Function Tests (LFTs) EnzymesBAA AL (First 3 GB; Last 2 Pancreas)BilirubinALTALP PancreatitisAmylase 2 daysLipase 2 weeks —2345 L=50 (Roman)Bilirubin 20ALT 30GGT 40Lipase 50—ALP=Amylase 125LDH 250 Management USS MRCP ERCP Laparoscopic/Open Cholecystectomy Media Images Videos References Reference Reference Reference
Lungs
Topics Regions Organs Diseases Diagnosis: Symptoms/Signs/Tests Management Notes Media Images Videos References Reference
Heart Valves
Topics Valves Normal Flow Stenosis & Regurgitation Murmurs Notes Media Images Videos References Reference
Thyroid
Topics Lobes Blood Supply Nerves Hormones Notes T3 T4 Calcitonin TSH Calcitonin is a hormone that your thyroid gland makes and releases to help regulate calcium levels in your blood by decreasing it. Calcitonin opposes the actions of the parathyroid hormone, which is a hormone that increases your blood calcium levels. Thyroid-stimulating hormone, also known as
Blood Tests & Phlebotomy
Topics Anatomy Modes Forms Syringes Needles Notes Procedure Cubital Fossa & Dorsum of Wrist Vein names ABC Labels & Forms Roll Bifurcation Apply pressure Blood Results Know 3 things about everything FBC, Us&Es, LFTs FBC: WCC, Hb, PlateletsUs: Ur, Cr, eGfrEs: Na, KLFTs: BAA AL Infection: WCC, CRP, ProCalcitoninAnemia: Hb, Hematocrit, MCVCoagulation: Platelets, INR, APTTr
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POTASSIUM
Topics Range 3.5-5 Causes ECG Changes Management Notes The most common causes include: Kidney Disease. A diet high in potassium. Drugs that prevent the kidneys from losing enough potassium. The most common cause of hyperkalemia is pseudohyperkalemia which is most commonly due to hemolysis of the sample. Elevated potassium causes ECG changes in a dose-dependent