Pericardial Disease - Ascitic Fluid on Subcostal View
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This subcostal view shows a patient with ascites, a small pericardial effusion, and a left sided pleural effusion. When suspecting a pericardial effusion, always ensure which side of the diaphragm the fluid presents. Image courtesy of Robert Jones DO, FACEP @RJonesSonoEM Director, Emergency Ultrasound; MetroHealth Medical Center; Professor, Case Western Reserve Medical School, Cleveland, OH View his original post here