RebelEM

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

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 (..)

Dislocations 103

Dislocations Fractures Soft Tissue Injuries Outcomes 103

Taming the SRU

MARCH 11, 2024

Acute knee dislocations are rare orthopedic injuries that have high morbidity and need to be recognized quickly by the emergency physician; if unrecognized or inadequately treated, these injuries can lead to vascular and limb compromise (1,2). Knee dislocations make up less than 0.5% Knee dislocations make up less than 0.5%

Dislocations 107

Dislocations Emergency Department Fractures Operations 107

The Trauma Pro

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Many vertebral fractures can be treated non-operatively. There was no difference in pain, return to work, functional outcome, or instrumentation failure. Post-operative bracing after pedicle screw fixation for thoracolumbar burst fractures: A cost-effectiveness study. A total of 76 studies were included.

Fractures 203

Fractures Dislocations Operations Burns 203

Taming the SRU

MAY 22, 2023

Certain injuries carry risks of further injury, injury-related complications, and poor outcomes which are exacerbated if they are inappropriately managed in the ED. Abnormal neurovascular findings suggest injury to nearby structures (nerves and blood vessels) from dislocations, bony trauma, or increased compartment pressures.

Fractures 77

Fractures Dislocations Operations Radiology 77

Taming the SRU

MAY 23, 2023

Certain injuries carry risks of further injury, injury-related complications, and poor outcomes which are exacerbated if they are inappropriately managed in the ED. Abnormal neurovascular findings suggest injury to nearby structures (nerves and blood vessels) from dislocations, bony trauma, or increased compartment pressures.

Fractures 57

Fractures Dislocations Operations EMS 57

EMDocs

JUNE 3, 2023

4 This is the framework the ED resuscitationist should be operating under, as hemodynamically unstable pelvic trauma patients require a different approach compared to stable patients who will undergo CT, routine pelvic fixation, and definitive surgical repair. Figure 2: Open book pelvic fracture.

Fractures 57

Fractures Resuscitation Operations EMS 57

EMDocs

JUNE 21, 2023

Functional outcomes Severe soft tissue injuries and damage to the bony structures => poor functional outcomes. Common operator errors Failing to enter joint capsule before injecting STS. When in the joint, you’ll obtain synovial fluid. You can range the joint which may help you see fluid extruding.

Soft Tissue Injuries 80

Soft Tissue Injuries Fractures Dislocations Radiology 80