Bilateral peripheral edema Flashcards

1
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Cardiovascular

A

CHF
Cor pulmonale
Bilateral peripheral venous disease (4) + IVC obstruction

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2
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Low albumin

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Malnutrition
Liver failure
Nephrotic syndrome

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3
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Non-pitting edema

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Bilateral impaired lymphatic drainage

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4
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Aeroplane, paraplegia, etc…

A

Immobility !!

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5
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Order

A

Bloods
ECG
CXR

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6
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Skin

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Bilateral cellulitis. Usually diabetics.

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7
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Drugs

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CCBs

Alpha blockers

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