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A Comprehensive Guide to CT-Angiogram of the Heart-Part 1

Rao Doctor

One of the primary applications of this imaging technique is the diagnosis of coronary artery disease (CAD). This is particularly beneficial in pediatric cases where early diagnosis is crucial. How is CT-Angiogram Performed? In the next part we will discuss more on how to calculate CAC score using CT-angiography and much more.

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WDx Clinical Unknown with Dr. Steph Sherman and the CPSolvers

The Clinical Problem Solvers

[link] Dr. Steph Sherman, Lindsey , Emma , and Sharmin tackle a case presented by Anna Want to learn more about Women in Diagnosis (WDx) series? Blog post – by Smitha Want to test your learning? Diagnosis The patient was found to have extensive bilateral consolidations on computed tomography of the chest.

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Overtreatment of prostate cancer in the active surveillance era

Common Sense Family Doctor

times more likely to develop urinary or sexual complications, 2.78 Also, limited life expectancy increases the likelihood of complications from most procedures, including radiation therapy. times as likely to develop bladder cancer, and 100 times as likely to develop radiation cystitis and proctitis.

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A deeper dive into GPA – Jack Penner

The Clinical Problem Solvers

A lung biopsy demonstrated necrotizing granulomatous inflammation, and a diagnosis of GPA was made. Clinical Manifestations We often think of GPA as a pulmonary-renal syndrome, but, while many patients develop renal complications, a much smaller percentage present with them.

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Reasoning during the COVID-19 pandemic

The Clinical Problem Solvers

Would I’ve been able to reason my way to his underlying diagnosis from the initial data? I find it awe-inspiring to listen to clinicians pick up on subtle clues and use both intuitive and analytic reasoning to reach a final diagnosis. Parenthetically, the question around CT for the diagnosis of COVID-19 is interesting.

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Discover Direct Primary Care: An Excellent Choice for Uninsured, Underinsured, and High Deductible Health Plan Holders - Detroit and Royal Oak

Plum Health

Transparent Pricing: With DPC, you know exactly what you're paying for - no hidden costs, no complicated insurance bills. This blog post is a general informational guide and does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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Renal Artery Stenosis: Is It Common & Life Threatening?

Vascular Physician

As a result, your kidneys may not be able to properly function, which can lead to other serious health complications. Narrowed arteries make it harder for oxygen-rich blood to travel from your heart to your kidneys. How Common is RAS? RAS affects over 200,000 people in the United States every year.

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