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Case #3 -
A 62 year old deteriorating postoperatively

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
7.) When is a pulmonary artery catheter needed?

A pulmonary artery catheter is needed in complicated patients such as elderly with co-morbidities. It is also indicated if oliguria or hypotension persists after initial volume resuscitation.  
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