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What is the main limitation of a CT scan venography for diagnosing DVT?
What is the main limitation of a CT scan venography for diagnosing DVT?
- Poor availability
- Low specificity
- High radiation exposure (correct)
- Low sensitivity
Which diagnostic test is contraindicated in patients with a glomerular filtration rate (GFR) less than 30?
Which diagnostic test is contraindicated in patients with a glomerular filtration rate (GFR) less than 30?
- Magnetic Resonance Venography (correct)
- Compression Venous Ultrasound
- Pulmonary angiogram
- CT scan venography
In which scenario should the diagnosis of upper extremity DVT begin with an ultrasound?
In which scenario should the diagnosis of upper extremity DVT begin with an ultrasound?
- If there are symptoms of PE
- If the patient has a history of VTE
- If the patient has elevated D-dimer levels (correct)
- If the patient is over 65 years old
What is the most common cause of sudden cardiac arrest or circulatory collapse in patients younger than 65?
What is the most common cause of sudden cardiac arrest or circulatory collapse in patients younger than 65?
Which test has sensitivity ranging from 89% to 100% and specificity between 94% to 100% for diagnosing DVT?
Which test has sensitivity ranging from 89% to 100% and specificity between 94% to 100% for diagnosing DVT?
What is the primary reason Magnetic Resonance Venography is not widely used?
What is the primary reason Magnetic Resonance Venography is not widely used?
What is the percentage of patients with a low probability of PE based on the Wells criteria?
What is the percentage of patients with a low probability of PE based on the Wells criteria?
In Wells Criteria for PE, what score range indicates a moderate probability of PE?
In Wells Criteria for PE, what score range indicates a moderate probability of PE?
When should a D-dimer test be used according to the Wells Criteria?
When should a D-dimer test be used according to the Wells Criteria?
What is the next step if a D-dimer test is positive in a patient with intermediate probability according to the Wells Criteria?
What is the next step if a D-dimer test is positive in a patient with intermediate probability according to the Wells Criteria?
What alternative diagnostic test can be considered if a CT Pulmonary Angiogram is contraindicated?
What alternative diagnostic test can be considered if a CT Pulmonary Angiogram is contraindicated?
In patients with high probability of PE according to the Wells Criteria, what diagnostic test is recommended?
In patients with high probability of PE according to the Wells Criteria, what diagnostic test is recommended?
Which risk factor contributes the most to a high probability of DVT according to the Wells Clinical Prediction Rule?
Which risk factor contributes the most to a high probability of DVT according to the Wells Clinical Prediction Rule?
What is the prevalence of DVT for individuals with a score of 2 according to the Wells Clinical Prediction Rule?
What is the prevalence of DVT for individuals with a score of 2 according to the Wells Clinical Prediction Rule?
Which diagnostic test is considered the gold standard for diagnosing DVT?
Which diagnostic test is considered the gold standard for diagnosing DVT?
What is a major drawback of using venography as a diagnostic test for DVT?
What is a major drawback of using venography as a diagnostic test for DVT?
In the context of DVT management, what is the purpose of anticoagulation therapy?
In the context of DVT management, what is the purpose of anticoagulation therapy?
