Diagnosing acute aortic dissection with aneurysmal degeneration with point of care ultrasound - 21/08/17
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Abstract |
Objective |
To present a case with visual images of an aortic dissection with aneurysmal degeneration. Methods: A case report was described of a patient presenting to the emergency department with back pain. An aortic dissection with aneurysmal degeneration was rapidly identified with bedside ultrasound in the emergency department.
Results |
An aortic dissection was detected rapidly by emergency physician preformed bedside ultrasound. This led to rapid identification and treatment
Conclusion |
Rapid bedside emergency ultrasound can quickly and accurately diagnosis an aortic dissection and lead to rapid treatment.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Vol 35 - N° 9
P. 1384.e3-1384.e4 - septembre 2017 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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