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Best of EAST 2024 #1: MAP And Spinal Cord Injury

The Trauma Pro

The use of elevated mean arterial pressure (MAP) to help manage spinal cord injury has been a mainstay of treatment for years. The concept is similar to that used for management of severe traumatic brain injury. The theory is that there may be areas of the brain that are damaged, but not irretrievably so. Increasing MAP should improve perfusion and may protect areas in jeopardy from secondary injury.

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Three Words that Cause Harm: "Bone on Bone"

Sensible Medicine

I am pleased to introduce Dr. Howard Luks. Howard is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Dobbs Ferry, NY. He authored Longevity Simplified , and works with athletes of all ages—with a focus on metabolic fitness and its role in musculoskeletal health. I’ve never met Howard in real life, but I feel like I know him. He was one of the early adopters of public writing—back in the “blogging” days.

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Japan earthquake: overview of the situation

Emergency Live

The latest news on the earthquake that struck Japan A devastating earthquake Dramatic start to the year in Japan, where a series of quakes struck much of the western part of the country, with the strongest quake reaching a magnitude of 7.6 on the Richter scale. These seismic events caused significant damage in several areas, […] The post Japan earthquake: overview of the situation appeared first on Emergency Live.

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EM Cases Best of 2023 Top 10

Emergency Medicine Cases

Based on a blend of number of listens, feedback from listeners, website visits and personal faves, EM Cases Best of 2023 Top 10. The post EM Cases Best of 2023 Top 10 appeared first on Emergency Medicine Cases.

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Silent enemy: alcohol and liver cancer

Emergency Live

The growing threat of alcohol-related liver cancer The link between alcohol and liver cancer Alcohol consumption is closely linked to the development of liver cancer, one of the many forms of cancer caused by alcohol. Recent studies have highlighted how excessive alcohol consumption can lead to severe liver conditions, including cirrhosis, which significantly increases the […] The post Silent enemy: alcohol and liver cancer appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Early versus delayed antihypertensive treatment in patients with acute ischaemic stroke: multicentre, open label, randomised, controlled trial

EM Ottawa

Methodology: 4/5 Usefulness: 2/5 Liu L, et al. BMJ. 2023 Oct 9;383:e076448. Question: Do early vs delayed blood pressure management in patients with mild-moderate acute ischemic strokes decrease death or dependency at 90 days? Methods: Randomization to early (24 hrs) vs delayed treatment (after 7 days) of blood pressure. They monitored BP at baseline, during […] The post Early versus delayed antihypertensive treatment in patients with acute ischaemic stroke: multicentre, open label, rando

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A critical challenge for the 118 emergency system in Italy

Emergency Live

Inadequate Ambulances and Shortage of Medical Personnel: A Concerning Situation The Need for Ambulances with Physicians on Board In Italy, the emergency healthcare system 118 is facing a critical challenge to ensure adequate and timely coverage across the country. According to estimates from Mario Balzanelli, the national president of the Emergency Urgency System 118, only […] The post A critical challenge for the 118 emergency system in Italy appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Nutrition and Diabetes: A Guide to a Balanced Diet

Emergency Live

Discover which foods can help manage diabetes The Importance of Diet in Diabetes Control A proper diet is essential for managing diabetes. People with this condition need to be mindful of what they eat to keep their blood glucose levels within a healthy range. Choosing healthy foods, combined with regular physical activity, can help prevent […] The post Nutrition and Diabetes: A Guide to a Balanced Diet appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Ep 190 Carpal Bone Injuries – The Big 4

Emergency Medicine Cases

Triquetrum chip fractures, scapholunate injuries, hook of the hamate fractures, and of course, scaphoid fractures can be easily missed with serious consequences for our patients. In this part 2 of our 2-part podcast series on wrist injuries we highlight the "Big 4" most commonly missed and mismanaged carpal bone injuries, elucidating the key historical, physical exam and x-ray findings, as well as management strategies.

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Curved screen, straight back: smartphones and the back

Emergency Live

A study reveals the link between excessive smartphone use and back pain in adolescents Researchers’ alarm: Excessive smartphone use and back pain Recent research has shown that teenagers who use smartphones for more than three hours a day are more prone to experiencing spinal problems, particularly thoracic spine pain (TSP). This condition occurs in the […] The post Curved screen, straight back: smartphones and the back appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Scombroid Poisoning

Life in the Fast Lane

Susie Liddiard and Chris Nickson Scombroid Poisoning Scombroid poisoning occurs after the ingestion of fish with high histamine levels due to improper processing or storage.

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Red and Blue Lights: Why They Dominate Emergency Vehicles

Emergency Live

An Investigation into the Choice of Colors in Emergency Lights and Their Impact The Historical Origins of Emergency Lights Emergency vehicle lights have a long history, originally represented by red lights mounted on the front or roof of vehicles. The use of blue lights, on the other hand, has its origins in Germany during World […] The post Red and Blue Lights: Why They Dominate Emergency Vehicles appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Common Causes of Hairline Fractures and How to Prevent Them

Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd

What is a Hairline Fracture? A common cause of sports injuries, hairline fracture is a type of fracture that begins as a minor inflammation on the surface of a bone and manifests as a tiny thin hair-like crack on the bone. It is also known as a stress fracture or a fissure fracture. Affecting the weight-bearing joints, hips, knees, and ankles, and also the joints of the feet, spine, lower back, and pelvis, it occurs when a stressful amount of physical activity puts excessive, repeated tension on

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Key events of 2024 in the Rescue and Emergency sector in Europe

Emergency Live

Overview of International Events Shaping the Future of Rescue World Fire Congress and Other Notable Events The World Fire Congress, scheduled from May 6 to 8, 2024, in Washington DC, stands out as one of the most influential events in the field of rescue and emergency services. This congress serves as an international platform for […] The post Key events of 2024 in the Rescue and Emergency sector in Europe appeared first on Emergency Live.

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ECG case of the week

EMergucate

35-year-old lady with palpitations. Her ECG as below. What is the most underlying cause?

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Mastering CURES Act Compliance Training for Healthcare Professionals

American Medical Compliance

The CURES Act Final Rule from the ONC promotes smooth safe access, exchange, and use of electronic health information. The rule is intended to give patients and medical professionals protected access to health information. It also aims to boost innovation and competition by building an ecosystem of innovative applications to provide patients with more healthcare options.

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Lab case 433

EMergucate

80 year old man presented with shortness of breath. This patient had history of CHF and COPD. His venous blood gases showed the following: PH = 7.

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Pediatric UTI and Pneumonia

EB Medicine

In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD, and TR Eckler, MD, discuss the January 2024 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice article, Management of Pediatric Urinary Tract Infections in the Emergency Department , and the January 2024 Evidence Based Urgent Care article on Pediatric Community-Acquired Pneumonia: Diagnosis and Management in the Urgent Care Setting.

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Imaging Case of the Week 579

EMergucate

The chest x-ray is from an adult with fever and dyspnoea. What can be seen? With thanks to Dr.

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Lab case 432 interepretation

EMergucate

Answers: PH = 7.547 that is moderate alkalaemia. pCO2 = 24 mmHg, so we have respiratory alkalosis.

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