Pediatric IVC diameter determination with ultrasound

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Pediatric IVC diameter determination with ultrasound

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Feb 9, 2012

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If you are using ultrasound to evaluate IVC diamter in children, what is considered a normal IVC diameter? You can determine the IVC/Ao ratio or correct the IVC diamter based on the child's body surface area.

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Feb 9, 2012

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