Bilateral peripheral edema Flashcards
1
Q
Cardiovascular
A
CHF
Cor pulmonale
Bilateral peripheral venous disease (4) + IVC obstruction
2
Q
Low albumin
A
Malnutrition
Liver failure
Nephrotic syndrome
3
Q
Non-pitting edema
A
Bilateral impaired lymphatic drainage
4
Q
Aeroplane, paraplegia, etc…
A
Immobility !!
5
Q
Order
A
Bloods
ECG
CXR
6
Q
Skin
A
Bilateral cellulitis. Usually diabetics.
7
Q
Drugs
A
CCBs
Alpha blockers