Best Practice Case Studies-Pulmonary Embolism

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A 20-year-old female presented with symptoms suggesting a pulmonary embolism (PE). Initial radiographs often appear normal for PE, though there are nonspecific findings like blunting of the costophrenic angle, Hampton hump, and others, which might indicate conditions like atelectasis or pneumonia. CT scans confirmed PE, showing filling defects and pleural-based opacities consistent with pulmonary infarcts. Additional signs, like Fleischner and Westermark, indicate possible PE but lack specificity. The patient had a saddle PE, and assessment of the pulmonary artery size and right heart condition is crucial for evaluating increased pulmonary pressure and heart strain.

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Edition 2nd Edition

Related Case 2nd Edition, CASE 42

Topic Pulmonary

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Pulmonary