The subxiphoid (DH) view can provide a ton of information. This screen demonstrates the presence of pericardial effusion, pleural effusion, and the gallbladder halo sign. Tip #1: If the heart kisses the diaphragm, significant pericardial effusion is unlikely. Here, the heart is separated from the diaphragm due to effusion. Tip #2: Pleural effusion vs pericardial […]
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Slip Slidin’ Away
The Glide Sign Why? The presence of the glide sign rules out pneumothorax. What? As lung slides along the thorax, the pulmonary-pleural line shimmer and glides. Only seen if the visceral and parietal pleura are touching. Imagine ants marching along the pleural line: How? When first learning, the probe is placed perpendicular to the ribs. […]