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Episode 21- Updates and Controversies in the Early Management of Sepsis and Septic Shock

EB Medicine

Sepsis is coming in at a higher readmission rate and cost per admission than acute MI, CHF, COPD, and PNA. In addition, they also note that our good friend, the point of care ultrasound, likely plays a role, as in one study, POCUS demonstrated a 25% improvement in sensitivity from clinical impression alone. Nachi : Very important.

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