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Imported Malaria

Pediatric EM Morsels

This allowed US hospitals to stock the drug to ensure quick treatment of suspected severe cases, rather than having to ship it from the CDC under the prior expanded-access protocol (Thomas 2023). falciparum parasitemia , and no other defined cause of AMS (WHO 2023). falciparum parasitemia , and no other defined cause of AMS (WHO 2023).

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EM@3AM: Amniotic Fluid Embolism

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Eclampsia (B) is characterized by the onset of seizures in a woman with preeclampsia (hypertension and proteinuria), but it typically does not present with the sudden onset of respiratory distress and profound hypotension described here. 2023 Dec 13;52(2):126-135. doi: 10.1515/jpm-2023-0365. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med.

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TXA (Tranexamic Acid) in Pediatrics 

Pediatric EM Morsels

While transfusing blood can be beneficial to those who have lost it or continue to lose it quickly, blood may not always be immediately available. Or maybe the family does not desire blood transfusions. Enter TXA or tranexamic acid , The Clot Stabilizer! of IV form TXA [O’Neill 2020] Inexpensive !

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Leucodepletion in Bordetella Pertussis

Don't Forget the Bubbles

According to the latest available data from the UK Health Security Agency, 14,453 laboratory-confirmed cases of Pertussis were reported in England between January and October 2024, compared to just 856 confirmed cases throughout 2023. Exchange blood transfusion in the management of severe pertussis in young infants.

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ED care of refugee populations from sub-Saharan Africa

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She presents with a seven-day history of fever, fatigue, and myalgias associated with decreased oral intake and an episode of seizure-like activity three hours prior to arrival. Additionally, there is no family history of seizure disorders. A whole blood transfusion is initiated for the management of her anemia.