Central Venous Pressure (CVP) Explained | Measurement, Normal Values & Clinical Use

Central Venous Pressure (CVP) is one of the most commonly monitored hemodynamic parameters in critical care — but also one of the most misunderstood.

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In this episode, we cover: What CVP is and what it actually reflects 🧠 Normal CVP range and clinical interpretation 📏 How to measure CVP with a central venous catheter (setup, zeroing, best practices) 🛠️ When CVP can be useful (shock, RV failure, tamponade, cardiorenal syndrome) ✅ When CVP is misleading or unreliable 🚫 Key evidence, including the Marik & Cavallazzi meta-analysis Comparison of CVP with other hemodynamic tools (IVC ultrasound, PLR, PPV) 📊 Complications of CVP monitoring and clinical pearls to avoid pitfalls ⚠️ 5 board-style practice questions 📝.

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