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Diagnostics: Inflammatory Markers

Taming the SRU

A 2015 prospective, cross-sectional study of 78 Thai patients published in the International Journal of Rheumatic Disease demonstrated a sensitivity of 59% and specificity of 84% for PCT with a cut-off of 0.5 They recommended synovial fluid analysis as essential to the diagnosis [30].

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Episode 24 - First Trimester Pregnancy Emergencies: Recognition and Management

EB Medicine

With opportunities to improve outcomes for both the fetus and the mother, I’m confident that this episode will be worth your time. Nachi: For patient who have a threatened miscarriage in the first trimester, there is a 2-fold increased risk of subsequent maternal and fetal adverse outcomes. Gadolinium should always be avoided.