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Elbow Dislocations

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Elbow Dislocation Definition: Disarticulation of the proximal radius & ulna bones from the humerus Epidemiology: Incidence Second most common joint dislocation (after shoulder) in adults Most commonly dislocated joint in children Accounts for 10-25% of all injuries to the elbow ( Cohen 1998 ) Posterolateral is the most common type of dislocation (..)

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Traumatic Lens Dislocation Identified on Ocular Ultrasound

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On point-of-care ocular ultrasound of the affected eye using the linear probe a round, mobile structure was noted in the posterior chamber with an absence of the lens in its typical position, consistent with posterior lens dislocation. In this case, ophthalmology was consulted for lens dislocation. and a sensitivity of 96.8% (2).

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Grand Rounds Recap 7.31.24

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to teach you and your learner something new on shift skin adhesives WITH dr. hill Dermabond is a polymer (octyl cyanoacrylate) that can be used to repair lacerations in the Emergency Department faster than sutures, allowing the ED physician to be more efficient. It is better to finish early than rushing through your presentation

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Pediatric Cervical Spine Injury Risk Stratification: Rebaked Morsel

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We collected data directly from the bedside clinician which enabled us to gather pertinent patient symptoms and physical examination findings that may not be well documented in the medical record, but more accurately identify the child’s injuries.” Indian J Orthop. 2018;52(5):489-500. PMID: 30237606. Leonard JC, Harding M, Cook LJ, et al.

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ToxCard: Tetanus and Strychnine – Expanding the Differential for Severe Muscle Spasm

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Temporomandibular dislocation: a complication of tetanus. He denies any past medical history other than polysubstance abuse and depression. tetani infection is also indicated. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod. 2006;101(4):437-441. doi:10.1016/j.tripleo.2005.04.013 2005.04.013 Alfery DD, Rauscher LA. Tetanus: a review.

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Case Report: a High-Voltage Victim

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A 44 year-old male with unknown past medical history came by emergency medical services (EMS) to the emergency department (ED) for an electrical injury and fall from a high voltage electrical pole. Electrical injuries in the emergency department: an evidence-based review. Emerg Med Pract.

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A Doctor’s Reflections on Being a Patient and Patient Advocate

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The AMA Code of Medical Ethics’ Opinion on Physicians Treating Family Members advises against it. When I fracture-dislocated my ankle on Mount Rainier, there was no one to do the emergency reduction; so, aided by a rush of endorphins and the lack of swelling, I did it myself. References American Medical Association.