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Episode 30 - Emergency Department Management of Patients With Complications of Bariatric Surgery

EB Medicine

Jeff: Also, be on the lookout for self-harm emergencies as patients with known psychiatric disorders are at increased risk following bariatric surgery. Consider IV access and early IV fluids in those at risk for dehydration and intra-abdominal infections. Jeff: Moving on to my favorite - prehospital care - as always, ABCs first.

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Hypoglycaemia in the ED

Don't Forget the Bubbles

His systemic examination is normal, apart from signs of dehydration. Depending on the presenting symptoms, it may be misdiagnosed as a variety of conditions, including psychiatric disorders, e.g. anorexia nervosa , depression, viral illness, post-viral fatigue, acute abdomen, cardiovascular disorders and sepsis.

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