Introduction Aneurysms of the inferior vena cava (IVC) are a rare occurrence in the cardiovascular system and can present with a variety of signs and symptoms. In many cases, patients remain asymptomatic, which makes diagnosis difficult. Venous aneurysms are defined as an abnormal and persistent dilation of a vein in a specific area, with a diameter at least twice that considered normal. An IVC aneurysm is a specific type of venous aneurysm. This case report is relevant because this condition […]

Abstract Pericardial effusion is a common finding in cardiology practice. It is frequently identified in outpatient and inpatient follow-up examinations, especially during the postoperative period of heart surgery. In clinically stable patients, proper assessment can allow for early detection of signs of clinical deterioration. In patients in shock, careful analysis of pericardial effusion can confirm or rule out this condition as the main cause of hemodynamic instability. Precise identification of the location, anatomical characterization of severity, and analysis of hemodynamic […]

Abstract Background: The assessment of intravascular volume and fluid responsiveness is challenging in the management of critically ill patients. Diagnostic methods of hemodynamic monitoring must be safe, reproducible, and practical. Objective: To describe the applicability of ultrasound indices of the inferior vena cava in the assessment of intravascular volume and prediction of fluid responsiveness in critically ill patients. Method: A systematic review performed of the PubMed®, Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Literature, and Scientific Electronic Library Online databases for […]