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How to Prevent a Potentially Fatal Aortic Dissection

Vascular Physician

How to Prevent a Potentially Fatal Aortic Dissection High blood pressure is a well-known medical condition that many people understand is a risk factor for heart attacks, strokes, and diabetes. Unfortunately, high blood pressure is also a risk for lesser known but no less serious conditions.

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Be Good. Do Good.

StorytellERdoc

It was apparent he had probably been walking barefoot and that he also had diabetes or poor circulation. I asked, thinking about how amazing our case managers in our ER were. Please, if you have an inspiring story or comment to share, please do on my blog or on my Facebook comments. Hello sir, my name is Jim.

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Clinical Reasoning Corner: Pre and Posttest Probability – Jack Penner

The Clinical Problem Solvers

Let’s practice with a case: You are called to admit a 72 year-old woman with hypertension, diabetes, and knee replacement seven days prior who presents with acute, pleuritic chest pain and dyspnea. As you walk down to the ER, you’re already creating a list of possible diagnoses in your mind. More practice? Check out this tweetorial

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