Taming the SRU

OCTOBER 23, 2023

A bedside ultrasound is completed to assess the location of the pregnancy. A radiology performed ultrasound is ordered and has similar findings– Impression: no definitive IUP with a small amount of free fluid within physiologic limits. Laboratory evaluation reveals a hemoglobin and hematocrit of 12.6/37.1

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Ultrasounds Operations Radiology Radiology 92

Emergency Medicine Journal

MAY 28, 2024

While FIB using ultrasound is preferred, there is no current standardised training technique or assessment scale. We aimed to create a valid and reliable tool to assess ultrasound-guided FIB. Background Fascia iliaca block (FIB) is an effective technique for analgesia. Content validity was established using the Delphi method.

Ultrasounds 52

Ultrasounds 52

Ultrasound Gel

JUNE 21, 2021

These articles were selected by the Academy of Emergency Ultrasound (an academy of the Society of Academic Emergency Medicine) as the top articles from the past year. These articles were selected by the Academy of Emergency Ultrasound (an academy of the Society of Academic Emergency Medicine) as the top articles from the past year.

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Academics Ultrasounds 52

Emergency Medicine Journal

MAY 23, 2023

Background Point-of-care (POC) lung ultrasound (LUS) is widely used in the emergency setting and there is an established evidence base across a range of respiratory diseases, including previous viral epidemics. Methods Traditional and grey-literature searches were performed on 1 June 2021. Overall, LUS was found to be 87.2% 95% CI 2.3

Ultrasounds 52

Ultrasounds Operations Research Hospitals 52

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

APRIL 20, 2024

Efficacy and safety of ultrasound-guided erector spinae plane block compared to sham procedure in adult patients with rib fractures presenting to the emergency department: A randomized controlled trial. The evidence was not robust enough back in 2021 to confidently use this potential tool.

Fractures 79

Fractures Ultrasounds Emergency Department CDC 79

Critical Care North Hampton

AUGUST 6, 2021

Get yourself accredited within one of the most comprehensive ultrasound training schemes out there! But dip in and see what we have chosen as the top topics recently within ICU and Critical care. Headliners FUSIC-HD is out! Now in HD!! CPAP saves lives? TTM might be the. Continue Reading →

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Ultrasounds 52

Downeast Emergency Medicine

JUNE 7, 2021

This lecture was presented at the 2021 Maine Medical Center Winter Symposium. Key concepts for Ultrasound Guided IV placement LENGTH Always use long IV (1.88 The effect of vessel depth, diameter and location on ultrasound-guided peripheral catheter longevity. For more information on the symposium click here. 1] Fields JM et al.

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Ultrasounds Wellness 52

Downeast Emergency Medicine

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Review of her records show she was diagnosed with multifocal pneumonia in July, 2021 and treated with dual therapy of Augmentin and Azithromycin. Ultrasound pearls Assessing for a valvular vegetation is not one of the main assessments while performing point-of-care echocardiograms in the emergency department.

Ultrasounds 52

Ultrasounds Urgent Care Emergency Department Sepsis 52

University of Maryland CC Project

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Maryland Critical Care Conference 2021 with various talks on the topic of Resuscitation.

Resuscitation 52

Resuscitation Outcomes CPR Ultrasounds 52

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

AUGUST 24, 2024

The evidence was not robust enough back in 2021 to confidently use this potential tool. More recently, the April 2024 SGEMHOP reviewed a trial on how effective and safe an ultrasound-guided erector spinae plane block (ESPB) in adult patients with rib fractures is.

Fractures 50

Fractures Emergency Department Ultrasounds Radiology 50

Pediatric EM Morsels

JULY 26, 2024

These females should have imaging with either MRI or CT as well as abdominal or transvaginal ultrasound to assess for ovarian teratoma. 2021 Oct 9;22(20):10911. Prevalence decreases with decreasing age. Risk of teratoma is higher in African American and Asian women. Moral of the Morsel It’s NOT always psych! Int J Mol Sci.

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Psychiatric Seizures Outcomes Pediatrics 265

Taming the SRU

APRIL 14, 2024

2) Management: Confirmed by CT Surgical consult Utility of Ultrasound Ultrasound can be helpful in identifying hernias and in assisting in reduction. 8) “Ultrasound may decrease the emergency surgery rate of incarcerated inguinal hernia” by Chen et al. (1) If the ultrasound-guided attempt failed, emergency surgery was scheduled.

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Ultrasounds Emergency Department Pediatrics Radiology 86

Taming the SRU

MAY 13, 2024

A clinical suspicion of stump appendicitis may be confirmed with various imaging modalities, abdominal ultrasound or CT imaging being most common. For ultrasound, it is recommended to scan the most tender area using a linear probe. 2021; 9:e04871. The Ultrasound Journal, 11(1). Clin Case Rep. Monsomboon, A., Nelson, B.

Ultrasounds 91

Ultrasounds Emergency Department Wellness Operations 91

Pediatric EM Morsels

JUNE 16, 2023

2021) Morel-Lavallee lesion , Orthobullets. Shen 2013, Nickerson 2014, Scolaro 2016 ] Singh et al proposed an algorithm to guide treatment. Shen 2013, Nickerson 2014, Scolaro 2016 ] Singh et al proposed an algorithm to guide treatment. Shen 2013, Nickerson 2014, Scolaro 2016 ] Singh et al proposed an algorithm to guide treatment.

Soft Tissue Injuries 152

Soft Tissue Injuries Dehydration Fractures Operations 152

JournalFeed

OCTOBER 9, 2021

It’s the JournalFeed Podcast for the week of October 4-8, 2021. We cover post-intensive care syndrome, timing of advanced airway in OHCA, opioids and ICU delirium, ultrasound guidance and central line infection risk, and an easier way to find the cricothyroid membrane.

Ultrasounds 52

Ultrasounds 52

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JANUARY 17, 2024

2021 A plain abdominal X-ray shows multiple dilated loops of bo wel. Abdominal ultrasound, used in 34 cases, was able to visualize a rounded intraluminal image corresponding to a bead in 28 patients. 2021 These beads, once hydrated inside the body, reached considerable sizes. His abdominal X-ray looked a lot like this.

Pediatrics 111

Pediatrics Poisoning Ultrasounds Dehydration 111

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JANUARY 1, 2024

Data collected from 2002 to 2021 revealed a 72% decline in IPD incidence among children (<18 years), with continued reductions after the transition from PCV7 to PCV13. During the COVID-19 pandemic (2020-2021), the incidence of IPD reached its lowest level in 20 years. You will find the list is broken down into four sections: 1.Reviews

Pediatrics 98

Pediatrics Ultrasounds Blood Transfusions Sepsis 98

ALiEM

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The preferred imaging modality is doppler ultrasound. 2021 Jun;36(5):392-400. Phelgmasia Cerulea Dolens Diagnosed by Point-of-Care Ultrasound. Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens tends to affect the iliofemoral segment of the lower extremities and is commonly associated with malignancy. References Bazan HA, Reiner E, Sumpio B.

Ultrasounds 60

Ultrasounds Academics 60

ALiEM

MARCH 7, 2024

Given her pain with a history of intermittent hematuria and dysuria, you perform a renal and bladder point of care ultrasound (POCUS) examination. Pre-warmed ultrasound gel is helpful when available. Then test your skills on the ALiEMU course page to receive your PEM POCUS badge worth 2 hours of ALiEMU course credit.

Ultrasounds 70

Ultrasounds Pediatrics Emergency Department Radiology 70

PulmCCM

APRIL 1, 2024

Read in Lancet Respiratory Medicine Higher vs. lower oxygenation targets in Covid-19 (HOT-COVID trial) Published in January 2021, the HOT-ICU trial found no difference in mortality (42.9% ” But less than half of the included studies used ultrasound guidance during central line placements.

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Ultrasounds Operations Outcomes Research 40

ACEP Now

MAY 9, 2024

The procedure has soared in popularity as beauty standards have shifted and cosmetic surgery has become increasingly transparent on social media platforms, with reported cases in the United States increasing from 614 in 2002 to 61,387 by 2021, a nearly 10,000 percent increase. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery National Databank Statistics 2020–2021.

Emergency Department 52

Emergency Department Operations Ultrasounds Hospitals 52

RebelEM

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Chang 2021 ) This systematic review was used as the basis for a 9 member panel to develop consensus guidelines on CT imaging for patients with suspected renal colic in 29 scenarios. 2021 Sep;47:70-73. Epub 2021 Mar 22. ” The Journal of Urology 199.4S (2018): e683-e684. Moore CL, Carpenter CR, Heilbrun ME, et al.

Radiology 58

Radiology Radiology Emergency Department Ultrasounds 58

EMDocs

APRIL 22, 2024

Point-of-Care-Ultrasound (POCUS) is a bedside modality that can assist Emergency Physicians (EPs) in differentiating PE from other causes of cardiac arrest. Multiorgan POCUS The diagnostic power of POCUS often resides in combining multiple ultrasound exams. Introduction to Bedside Ultrasound, iBook Ch 2, Basic Cardiac, Pg 27.

Ultrasounds 81

Ultrasounds Advances Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) EKG/ECG Resuscitation 81

ALiEM

MARCH 1, 2024

2] Consider bedside ultrasound to rule out posterior pathology (retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, etc.). McGraw Hill; 2021. These additional findings may warrant urgent surgical repair or close monitoring of IOP. [2] Always refer to Ophthalmology, more urgently if the trauma was recent vs multiple days out (as in this case).

Dislocations 60

Dislocations Academics Ultrasounds Hospitals 60

PulmCCM

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

Diagnosis because P ra is non-invasively transduced with ultrasound, for instance via the size and collapsibility of the inferior vena cava [1] and/or the Venous Excess Ultrasound Score [VExUS] [2-4]. Adv Chronic Kidney Dis 2021, 28(3):252-261. The ultrasound journal 2020, 12(1):1-12. Can these data deduce CO?

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Ultrasounds Operations Shock 87

PulmCCM

MARCH 1, 2022

I am humbled to participate this year and look forward especially since the conference was paused for 2021. The core of the conference is, no doubt, ultrasound, especially because Philippe has been at the forefront of point of care ultrasound in the intensive care unit.

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Ultrasounds Resuscitation Sepsis 40

Core Ultrasound

MARCH 25, 2024

Old IVC Vid (2021) TEE VTI Here are Dr. Spiegel’s Notes: 1. fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container] The post 5 Min Sono – IVC (2024) first appeared on Core Ultrasound. It is our job as clinicians to interpret what that means.

Administration 98

Administration Sepsis Ultrasounds Outcomes 98

EB Medicine

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

EMplify – November 2021 Announcements: The EB Medicine app is live and available for free in the Apple Store. Coming to Google Play soon. It is in Beta and your feedback is welcome. Also, this month use code ACEP21!

Fractures 52

Fractures Documentation/Coding Operations Emergency Department 52

EMDocs

JANUARY 16, 2024

VF/asystole), a pulse cannot be identified via Doppler ultrasound for a full minute, or if lack of organized cardiac activity is confirmed on bedside echocardiogram. This is a good time to utilize an arterial line or use the ultrasound to find a central pulse. Accidental Hypothermia: 2021 Update. 2009;338:b2085. Resuscitation.

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Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Resuscitation CPR EMS 84

Taming the SRU

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Epub 2021 Jul 14. Epub 2021 Jan 4. 2021 May;8(1):e000648. doi: 10.1136/bmjgast-2021-000648. Diagnostic accuracy of Doppler ultrasound, CT and MRI in Budd Chiari Syndrome: Systematic Review and meta-analysis.” Prz Gastroenterol. 2022;17(1):9-16. doi: 10.5114/pg.2021.107797. 2021.107797. Ann Gastroenterol.

Radiology 59

Radiology Radiology Ultrasounds EMS 59

Don't Forget the Bubbles

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

These may require surgical drainage following confirmation on ultrasound scan. April 2021 Russell F, Lowe D. Difficulty swallowing, stridor or altered voice should prompt urgent ENT assessment. Simple lymphadenitis can progress into fluctuant masses, suggesting abscess formation. DOI: 10.1016/j.joms.2006.11.039 Dermatopathology.

Pediatrics 124

Pediatrics Documentation/Coding Emergency Department Hospitals 124

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2023

This is a re-post of an excellent case from 2021. Gallbladder ultrasound was negative for stones. See the full post here == MY Comment , by K EN G RAUER, MD ( 10/1 /2023 ): == It is often insightful to "look back" — and see from where we have come, which Dr. Meyers skillfully does with today's repost from October 5, 2021.

EKG/ECG 127

EKG/ECG EMS Ultrasounds Wellness 127

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

Date: September 8th, 2021 Reference: Desch et al. Date: September 8th, 2021 Reference: Desch et al. Her point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) shows appropriate-appearing global ejection fraction and no marked wall motion abnormalities. The TOMAHAWK Investigators. first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine.

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EKG/ECG Academics EMS CPR 52

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. N Engl J Med.

Poisoning 70

Poisoning Dislocations Operations Ultrasounds 70

ACEP Now

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

What Is the Sensitivity of Ultrasound for Detecting Volvulus in Infants When Compared to An Upper GI Study? But what about ultrasound? In cases where the clinical suspicion is lower for a midgut volvulus, but you feel it still needs to be explored, can ultrasound help? Not all studies included all of these ultrasound signs.

Ultrasounds 52

Ultrasounds Wellness Pediatrics Poisoning 52

RebelEM

APRIL 29, 2024

The current standard of practice has moved away from landmark-based central line placement given the efficacy and safety of ultrasound-based techniques. 2021 PMID: 34273470 12 Petitpas F et al. This study also showed the median time for IO placement was only 1.2 minutes compared to a mean placement time of 10.7 minutes CVC group.

Resuscitation 102

Resuscitation Administration Emergency Department Hospitals 102

Sensible Medicine

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The original SWISS APERO trial results came in 2021. The more typical way to evaluate for leaks is with echocardiography (ultrasound). Today I will tell you about one-year results of the SWISS-APERO trial—which compared outcomes with the two most common types of closure devices. This study report included only 45-day outcomes.

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Stroke Outcomes Ultrasounds Wellness 129