Am J Emerg Med September 2015 PMID 26058890

Can emergency physicians diagnose and correctly classify diastolic dysfunction using bedside echocardiography?

Robert R Ehrman, Frances M Russell, Asimul H Ansari, Bosko Margeta, Julie M Clary, Errick Christian, Karen S Cosby, John Bailitz

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Discussions reflect a balanced perspective, with posts emphasizing the significant potential of emergency physicians to detect diastolic dysfunction, citing high sensitivity levels, while also calling for more research to confirm generalizability. The tone combines curiosity and cautious optimism, evident in phrases like 'need more research' and 'high sensitivity but moderate specificity,' which indicate both recognition of progress and acknowledgment of limitations.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the findings, highlighting that emergency physicians can effectively detect diastolic dysfunction, though some note the need for further validation.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate curiosity, as they recognize the relevance of bedside echocardiography in emergency settings but also express cautious optimism about implementation.

EngagementModerate engagement

Conversations involve referencing specific data points, such as sensitivity and specificity rates, and debating clinical implications, indicating active engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the study could influence emergency medicine practices, encouraging more training and evaluation in bedside diagnostic techniques.

Abstract in brief

  • Emergency physicians with minimal echocardiography training can accurately detect diastolic dysfunction (DD) in patients with dyspnea, showing high sensitivity (92-95%) but moderate specificity (69-83%).
  • There is a strong agreement between EPs and cardiologists on identifying DD, though EPs tend to classify more cases as indeterminate.
  • While EPs can effectively identify significant DD after limited training, their ability to precisely grade diastolic dysfunction remains less consistent.

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POCUS Toronto
@POCUS_Toronto · X

POCUS Journal Club take-home point #2: Emergency physicians can identify diastolic dysfunction with high sensitivity and moderate specificity. Need more research to determine the generalizability of these results. https://t.co/1MUQ47ZmSA

Jan 29, 2025 · 2,064 followers View post →

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POCUS Toronto
@POCUS_Toronto · X

POCUS Journal Club take-home point #2: Emergency physicians can identify diastolic dysfunction with high sensitivity and moderate specificity. Need more research to determine the generalizability of these results. https://t.co/1MUQ47ZmSA

Jan 29, 2025 · 2,064 followers View post →