Case Presentation: A 73-year-old woman with past medical history of hypertension was discovered unresponsive at home, prompting initiation of CPR during transportation to the Emergency Department, resulting in the restoration of spontaneous circulation (ROSC). A chest x-ray indicated the presence of left-sided tension pneumothorax, necessitating the placement of a chest tube. Initial electrocardiogram (EKG) findings [...]

Case Presentation: A 17-year-old female presented with a one-month history of persistent dry cough, worsened by lying flat, requiring multiple pillows to sleep comfortably. Initially treated for presumed pharyngitis, her symptoms persisted, prompting further evaluation. Echocardiography revealed a large pericardial effusion with a normal ejection fraction, leading to hospital admission. Imaging studies identified a 3.5 [...]