Episode 619: Scan, See, Decide: POCUS in the Evaluation of Dyspnea

Episode 619: Scan, See, Decide: POCUS in the Evaluation of Dyspnea

Author: James McCormack March 17, 2026 Duration: 27:04
In episode 619, Mike K and James chat yet again with Émélie Braschi. The topic this time is the use of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) to help diagnose patients coming into emerg with dyspnea. The results certainly suggest this may be a useful tool. Tune in and find out if it is useful enough for you. […]

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