Search results for "Ultrasonography"
Expert clinical decision pathway details diagnosis, management of myocarditis
The guidance from the American College of Cardiology includes a five-step care pathway for myocarditis, including strategies for diagnosis, risk stratification, and surveillance, and proposes four new stages of disease classification.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/12/17/5.htm
17 Dec 2024
New online collection of point-of-care ultrasound modules available
The new modules are free to ACP members, offer CME, and cover topics including lung ultrasound, deep venous thrombosis, and cardiac imaging.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/10/08/6.htm
8 Oct 2019
Register now for “Point of Care Ultrasound: Foundational Skills for Internists”
The College will offer a two-day course on point-of-care ultrasound, including hands-on experience with live models and simulators, twice this November.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/08/27/6.htm
27 Aug 2019
MKSAP Quiz: Leg swelling, pain of 1 week's duration
A 48-year-old woman is evaluated in the emergency department for right leg swelling and pain of 1 week's duration. She reports no recent surgery, injuries, periods of immobility, or long airplane flights. Following a physical exam and ultrasound, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/05/28/3.htm
28 May 2024
New ACP-Curbsiders podcast episode, “Point-of-Care Ultrasound for the Internist,” available
ACP has partnered with The Curbsiders, a podcast hosted by internists focusing on internal medicine-related topics, to launch a CME-accredited series.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/08/14/5.htm
14 Aug 2018
Periop cardiovascular guideline updated, calls for avoiding overscreening
The American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, and other societies released new recommendations on evaluating and managing cardiovascular risk in patients undergoing noncardiac surgery.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/10/01/2.htm
1 Oct 2024
New appropriate use criteria offer framework for preop cardiac testing
The American College of Cardiology and other cardiology societies released a framework to guide the use of imaging in cardiovascular evaluation of patients undergoing nonemergent, noncardiac surgery.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/08/27/2.htm
27 Aug 2024
ACP seeks instructors for Point-of-Care Ultrasound Pre-Course at Internal Medicine Meeting 2018
Faculty members will receive a stipend and complimentary registration to the meeting. Complete an online questionnaire to begin.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/08/22/6.htm
22 Aug 2017
Point-of-care and critical care ultrasound—register now for November course
The course uses cadavers, live models, simulations, and lectures to provide a comprehensive look at how ultrasound can effectively be used in point-of-care and critical care settings.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/06/23/6.htm
23 Jun 2015
MKSAP Quiz: History of pain, swelling in hands, wrists
A 57-year-old woman is evaluated for a 2.5-year history of pain and swelling in the hands and wrists. She also has joint stiffness for over an hour after awakening. Following a physical exam, lab tests, and radiography, what imaging studies should be done next?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/07/09/3.htm
9 Jul 2024