Pediatric EM Morsels

JUNE 2, 2023

Today we are talking about a rare disease called FPIES (food protein induced enterocolitis syndrome) and how you might encounter these patients in the Pediatric Emergency Department. Food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome in a tertiary pediatric center: safety of guideline-conforming food challenges.

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Dehydration Shock Pediatrics Emergency Department 189

Pediatric Emergency Playbook

AUGUST 1, 2017

Abdominal pain is common; so are strongly held myths and legends about what is concerning, and what is not. One of our largest responsibilities in the Emergency Department is sorting out benign from surgical or medical causes of abdominal pain. Pediatr Rev. J Emerg Med. Pediatr Surg Int.

Pediatrics 52

Pediatrics Ultrasounds Resuscitation Sepsis 52

EMDocs

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Background and Context Contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) is of paramount importance in the emergency department (ED) due to its indispensable role in facilitating precise diagnostic outcomes. Increased Computed Tomography Utilization in the Emergency Department and Its Association with Hospital Admission.

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Radiology Radiology Emergency Department Hospitals 73

Downeast Emergency Medicine

MARCH 24, 2021

OVERVIEW Diarrhea is a common complaint for our pediatric patients in the emergency department. Most pediatric diarrhea is not life threatening, and usually is treated with supportive care. However, there are important red flags to consider when assessing a pediatric patient with diarrhea.

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Pediatrics Dehydration Emergency Department Wellness 52