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Vasopressor Nonresponse

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Those at higher risk of hypocalcemia (vitamin D deficiency, ESRD, hyperparathyroidism, burns, multiple blood transfusions, etc.) However, even subclinical hypothyroidism with an elevated TSH but normal T4 increases risk of poor outcomes due to effects on cardiac function. 2004; 139(11):1199-1203. Intensive Care Medicine.

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emDOCs Revamp – Acute Chest Syndrome

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His medical history is significant for three prior admissions for vaso-occlusive crises that have responded well to appropriate therapy, including pain control with NSAIDs and opioids, blood transfusions, antibiotics, and intravenous (IV) crystalloids. 2004 Jul;15(4):248-250. Pediatr Blood Cancer. Eur J Intern Med.