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IVC distensibility index (dIVC)

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IVC distensibility index (dIVC)

dIVC = \dfrac{D_{max} - D_{min}}{D_{min}} \times 100\%

Respiratory variation in IVC diameter in a fully ventilated patient; higher values predict fluid responsiveness.

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