The Trauma Pro

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Many vertebral fractures can be treated non-operatively. So I would like to concentrate on some papers that examined the use of back braces on patients who underwent pedicle screw fixation of their thoracic and/or lumbar spine fractures. Int J Burns Trauma 12(4):168-174, 2022. First, the reviews. NCT03097081.

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Fractures Dislocations Operations Burns 203

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

AUGUST 18, 2024

The patient was found to have a fractured lead, which was replaced successfully without complications and with resolution of symptoms. No P wave and no QRS ever follows any of the regular pacing spikes ( a result of the fractured pacing lead ). He did well. Smith: this can usually be seen on chest x-ray.

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EKG/ECG Fractures Burns Wellness 110

Mind The Bleep

AUGUST 18, 2024

Patients with orbital fractures will present with swelling and periorbital bruising. Examination of possible orbital floor fracture: Presence of proptosis/exophthalmos, enophthalmos or hypoglobus Visual acuity in both eyes Check eye movements Presence of diplopia and in which gaze? This normally resolves once the swelling improves.

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Fractures Soft Tissue Injuries Burns Emergency Department 91

EMDocs

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Possible early antibiotic treatment Minor Marine Trauma Mechanism: Bites, Stings, Nematocysts Envenomation Presentation: All can cause localized pain, erythema, and warmth Dermatologic: Urticaria, burning, pruritus, localized paresthesia. Accessed August 25, 2022. Accessed August 25, 2022. McGraw Hill; 2022.

Poisoning 105

Poisoning Seizures Anaphylaxis Burns 105

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JUNE 30, 2023

She has a right parietal-occipital region haematoma, and you think you might be able to feel a step – you’re pretty convinced she has a palpable skull fracture. Next of interest is a secondary analysis of the MATIC study – the MA ssive T ransfusion I n C hildren study, published in 2022. 2022 May;55:103-110.

Head Injuries 145

Head Injuries Seizures Pediatrics Outcomes 145

RebelEM

APRIL 29, 2024

2022 PMID: 35206981 2. Healthcare 2022 PMID: 35206981 Post Peer Reviewed By: Frank Lodeserto, MD & Salim R. Labs can be drawn from an IO to help with rapid diagnosis in emergencies. References: 1 Astasio-Picado Á et al. Clinical Management of Intraosseous Access in Adults in Critical Situations for Health Professionals. Healthcare.

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Resuscitation Administration Emergency Department Ultrasounds 105

ACEP Now

MARCH 14, 2024

Per EMS, the patient was found at the bottom of a high voltage line with diffuse burns and amputation of his left forearm. FIGURE 1: Electrical burns of the patient’s bilateral feet. FIGURE 2: Traumatic amputation and electrical burn of the patient’s left arm. He was intubated by EMS due to the extent of his injuries.

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Burns Fluid Resuscitation EKG/ECG EMS 52