Cook County EM Blog

MARCH 28, 2023

On point-of-care ocular ultrasound of the affected eye using the linear probe a round, mobile structure was noted in the posterior chamber with an absence of the lens in its typical position, consistent with posterior lens dislocation. In this case, ophthalmology was consulted for lens dislocation.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Comparative efficacy of sedation or analgesia methods for reduction of anterior shoulder dislocation: A systematic review and network meta-analysis. Comparative efficacy of sedation or analgesia methods for reduction of anterior shoulder dislocation: A systematic review and network meta-analysis.

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ALiEM

MARCH 1, 2024

Case Discussion Take-Home Points Whenever you have a two-pupil phenomenon consistent with traumatic iridodialysis, the differential should always include penetrating injury to the globe, globe rupture, scleral rupture, hyphema, and lens dislocation. McGraw Hill; 2021. References Knoop KJ, Palma JK. Iridodialysis. link] Gurwood AS.

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Broome Docs

APRIL 30, 2024

Don’t forget Justin has a stream on his Youtube channel that does include this podcast and his deeper dives into the data – HERE You can also check out some random ultrasound education and other goodies on the Broomedocs Youtube channel Avoiding calls to neurosurgery?! 2021 Oct;38(10):446-448. J Trauma Acute Care Surg.

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Taming the SRU

MAY 22, 2023

Abnormal neurovascular findings suggest injury to nearby structures (nerves and blood vessels) from dislocations, bony trauma, or increased compartment pressures. Gross deformities often suggest fracture or dislocation [Image 2]. Impaired ROM can be indicative of dislocation, ligamentous injury, or intra-articular pathology.

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Taming the SRU

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Blunt trauma can cause rib fracture or dislocation that may injure the visceral pleura. Accuracy of Ultrasound in Diagnosis of Pneumothorax: A Comparison between Neonates and Adults-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. The "lung point": an ultrasound sign specific to pneumothorax. Published 2021 Jun 24. Can Respir J.

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Northwestern EM Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Congratulations to all of the authors with the most popular posts of 2021! Take-Home Point: Bedside pericardiocentesis is a rare but important procedure that can be performed emergently using ultrasound or landmark guidance. Consider exchanging the needle for a drain once the pericardium is accessed to bridge to definitive therapy.

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