The Trauma Pro
APRIL 9, 2024
“When the facts change, I change my mind. What do you do, sir?” This is a famous quote from John Maynard Keynes. (Or is it? There is some debate over its authenticity, but you get the idea it tries to convey.) Our knowledge base continually changes, so we must be willing to change our minds (and practices) based on new, reliable information.
EM Ottawa
APRIL 11, 2024
Patients living with functional neurologic disorders (FND) have been deeply stigmatized by the medical system. In a patient survey by FND Hope (an international organization for the research and advocacy around FND) 82% of patient respondents felt they had been treated poorly due to stigma relating to their FND diagnosis, primarily by emergency physicians [1] […] The post Functional Neurologic Disorders appeared first on EMOttawa Blog.
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Science Based Medicine
APRIL 7, 2024
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya March 2020: "If it’s true that the novel coronavirus would kill millions without shelter-in-place orders and quarantines, then the extraordinary measures being carried out in cities and states around the country are surely justified." The post Every Time Dr. Jay Bhattacharya Talks About COVID, He Proves He Was Totally Wrong About COVID first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.
Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
APRIL 6, 2024
This case came from a friend whose sister was the patient. She knew I was interested in ECGs, so she took a photo of this one. A young woman presented with acute chest pain. This was her presenting ECG: What do you think? This is clearly Brugada phenotype. There is downsloping ST Elevation in V1 and V2. To an experienced interpreter, it is clearly not due to OMI.
Emergency Live
APRIL 10, 2024
An incident with few precedents: a violent explosion devastates the Bargi hydroelectric plant A catastrophic event struck the Bargi (Italy) hydroelectric plant on Tuesday, April 9, around 2:30 p.m. An explosion of a turbine on the eighth floor triggered a fire and flooded the floor below. Twelve technicians from various companies were working on improvements […] The post Tragedy at Bargi Hydroelectric Power Plant appeared first on Emergency Live.
Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA
APRIL 12, 2024
Safeguarding patient data is paramount amidst the looming danger of cyber threats. The necessity of cyber insurance has never been clearer, as its presence or absence can significantly impact the resilience of healthcare providers. Let’s explore the benefits of cyber insurance, the risks faced by those without it, and the effects it has on those handling a cyber incident.
Science Based Medicine
APRIL 12, 2024
A new study designed to better account for hidden confounding factors has found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and the risk of neurodevelopmental conditions in childhood. The post New Study Finds No Link Between Autism and Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.
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Emergency Live
APRIL 9, 2024
1000s of Emergency Response Professionals to Congregate for Expo in Frankfurt In 2024, Europe will see its first edition of the internationally renowned Disasters Expo, known as one of the world’s leading events for disaster management professionals. Setting up shop at Messe Frankfurt on the 15th and 16th of May, the event is set to […] The post Disasters Expo Europe: The Conference for Relief Professionals appeared first on Emergency Live.
Taming the SRU
APRIL 11, 2024
Ultrasound GR: cardiac ultrasound - dei: embracing individuality - pediatric emergency procedures - pediatric potpouri - pediatric foreign body aspiration Ultrasound Grand Rounds: The Tell-Tale Cardiac Ultrasound WITH Dr. broadstock Right ventricle evaluation RV size Moderate RV dilation is when RV:LV ratio is greater than 1:1 Studies show this is 98% specific and 50% sensitive for PE TAPSE (Tricuspid annular plane systolic excursion) Greater than 1.8 cm is normal Hazard ratio in patients with a
EMDocs
APRIL 10, 2024
Authors: Alex Rogers, MD (EM Resident Physician, Christus Spohn/Texas A&M University School of Medicine, Corpus Christi, TX); J.D. Cambron, DO (EM Attending Physician, Christus Spohn/Texas A&M University School of Medicine, Corpus Christi, TX)// Reviewed by: Anthony Spadaro, MD (@TSpadaro91, Medical Toxicology Fellow, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ); James Dazhe Cao, MD (@JamesCaoMD, Associate Professor of EM, Medical Toxicology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX)
EM Literature of Note
APRIL 11, 2024
This is a bit of a fascinating article with a great deal to unpack – and rightly published in a prominent journal. The brief summary – this is a “pragmatic”, open-label, cluster-randomized trial in which a set of interventions designed to increase guideline-concordant care were rolled out via electronic health record tools. These interventions were further supported by “facilitators”, persons assigned to each practice in the intervention cohort to support uptake of the EH
Emergency Live
APRIL 11, 2024
The findings from Fondazione Gimbe highlight a concerning increase in healthcare expenses for Italian households in 2022, raising serious socio-health questions. A Growing Financial Burden on Family Units The analysis conducted by Fondazione Gimbe underscores a worrisome trend. Throughout 2022, Italian families had to bear a considerable burden for healthcare expenses.
Science Based Medicine
APRIL 10, 2024
We are living in a time of technology advancing so rapidly it is challenging to keep up. This has multiple ramifications, and in the area of biomedical research, there is an important ethical and regulatory dimension. Confronting the ethical considerations of our own technology is nothing new, and fresh debate seems to erupt with every new development – including in-vitro fertilization, transplanting […] The post The Ethics of Artificial Brains first appeared on Science-Based Medicin
Sensible Medicine
APRIL 12, 2024
PR is a 66-year-old man who presented to an emergency room with a week of decreased exercise tolerance. He also reported brief episodes of chest pain. His initial work up was notable only for an elevated d-dimer. He was started on anticoagulation, admitted to the inpatient general medicine team, and scheduled for a CT angiogram of the chest to verify the suspected diagnosis of pulmonary embolism.
EMDocs
APRIL 6, 2024
We always work hard, but we may not have time to read through a bunch of journals. It’s time to learn smarter. Originally published at JournalFeed , a site that provides daily or weekly literature updates. Follow Dr. Clay Smith at @spoonfedEM , and sign up for email updates here. #1: Phoenix Criteria – New Pediatric Sepsis Score Spoon Feed The Phoenix Sepsis Score, which is a novel clinical criterion for pediatric sepsis and septic shock developed using measures of organ dysfunction, outperforms
Emergency Live
APRIL 8, 2024
A Tribute to Human Dignity and Dedication in Facing Global Challenges: Testimonies, Commemorations, and Commitment at the Vatican Audience On April 6th, a flow of six thousand volunteers from all corners of Italy poured out their affection towards Pope Francis. This collective embrace was a tribute to the solidarity embodied by the volunteers of the […] The post Italian Red Cross meets with Pope Francis appeared first on Emergency Live.
Science Based Medicine
APRIL 11, 2024
Selective androgen receptor (SARMs) are sports supplements marketed to teens via social media influencers. The post SARMs Harms first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.
First 10 EM
APRIL 8, 2024
Time for another edition of the ‘old article dump’. One of the downsides of subscribing to more than 50 journal feeds is the huge number of interesting papers that I flag for later, but never find time to fully appraise. I have been clearing some of these old PDFs out of my computer, but I […] The post Research Roundup: Another old article dump appeared first on First10EM.
ALiEM
APRIL 12, 2024
Traditionally large-bore tube thoracostomy has been the standard of care for treating many acute intrathoracic pathologies [1]. However, the advent of less invasive small-bore chest tubes, also known as pigtail catheters, has gradually led to a paradigm shift. Pigtails provide a less invasive and often better tolerated alternative to traditional chest tubes and allow for adequate treatment of pneumothoraces and uncomplicated pleural effusions [1-5].
Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA
APRIL 12, 2024
As healthcare providers navigate the complex web of rules and regulations in compliance, one aspect that needs more attention is exclusion screening of those working with federally funded healthcare programs. We’re excited to announce the launch of our new service, Exclusion Screening, that will assist healthcare organizations in adherence to requirements such as the initial screening of potential employees/contractors and monthly screening of current employees/contractors.
Sensible Medicine
APRIL 9, 2024
Cohort studies are observational studies. They are natural experiments that might be examined prospectively or retrospectively. Classically, cohort studies are used to assess the prognosis of a group of patients. This is (mostly) how the Users’ Guides article examines them. A cohort study tells you about the risk of a certain group of people or patients developing an outcome.
EM Ottawa
APRIL 9, 2024
Methodology: 3/5 Usefulness: 2/5 Ashburn NP, et al. JAMA Cardiol. 2023 Apr 1;8(4):347-356. Editorial: Critical Appraisal of the Negative Predictive Performance of the European Society of Cardiology 0/1-Hour Algorithm for Evaluating Patients With Chest Pain in the US. Question and Methods: The authors completed preplanned subgroup analyses to determine if a 0-1 hour ultra-sensitive troponin […] The post Sensitivity Cardiac Troponin T Among Patients With Known Coronary Artery Disease appear
Science Based Medicine
APRIL 6, 2024
Saturday. Just another workday when the Cholera is flowing. I woke early, at 6 a.m., and went to the office before anyone else. On the way, I went to the grocer’s and bought some supplies. I started, as usual, in the cubby room, and I was happy to see that as of yesterday that cases of the Cholera were staying down: there were […] The post Skeptics in the Pub.
NRC Health
APRIL 11, 2024
Toya Gorley's own experience connects very closely to NRC Health’s philosophy of Human Understanding, because, as she says, “it is about that individual and what matters to them.” The post Igniting Human Understanding: Toya Gorley appeared first on NRC Health.
Sensible Medicine
APRIL 8, 2024
I am in Berlin at the European Heart Rhythm Society meeting. Sadly, this meeting conflicts with the American College of Cardiology meeting in Atlanta. ACC has produced a bunch of trials worthy of consideration. Since I have duties here at EHRA, I will defer this Monday’s Study of the Week to my friend Vinay Prasad who has an incredible video appraising the REDUCE-AMI study.
RebelEM
APRIL 9, 2024
Podcast Direct Download: Link Release Date: April 16th, 2024 Show Notes The Visible Voices Podcast Dr. Glaucomflecken: Power of Ultrasound with Emergency Medicine Dr. Resa Lewiss Adaira I Landry MD Resa E Lewiss MD is a Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. A TEDMED speaker and TimesUp Healthcare founder, she’s an internationally renowned point-of-care ultrasound educator and champion for diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces.
Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA
APRIL 12, 2024
HIPAA: As a small provider practice, can we afford cyber insurance? Investing in cyber insurance is crucial for small provider practices facing the growing threat of cyberattacks. While the cost may vary depending on factors like coverage level and practice size, the expense of cyber insurance is often far outweighed by the potential financial losses from a data breach.
NRC Health
APRIL 9, 2024
Check out the Q4 snapshots highlighting how we put Human Understanding® into practice. The post New podcast season, case study, and trends report showcase the power of Human Understanding appeared first on NRC Health.
EMergucate
APRIL 10, 2024
Simulation report 4/4/24, In situ sim ED JHC Hi everyone, Thank you so much for participating and helping … Continue reading →
Intensive Blog
APRIL 10, 2024
As prepared by Chris Nickson, here are the practice written questions from a recent CICM Second Part exam practice session at The Alfred ICU, with recommended reading from LITFL.com Critical Care Compendium and other FOAM sources: Q1. Critically evaluate the role of “driving pressure” measurement in the care of mechanical ventilated patients. Driving pressure Q2.
Clinical Correlations
APRIL 9, 2024
By Olivia Descorbeth Peer Reviewed As individuals advance in age, they tend to accumulate medical conditions that require a bevy of pharmaceutical treatments to manage. As a result, polypharmacy, generally defined as the use of five.
RCEM Learning
APRIL 9, 2024
The MRCEM Primary examination is a theoretical exam mapped to the Emergency Medicine Curriculum with more detailed information provided in the RCEM Basic Sciences Curriculum which is available on the RCEM website. All applicants for the MRCEM Primary examination are strongly advised to familiarise themselves with the Basic Sciences Curriculum in preparation for sitting the MRCEM Primary examination.
EMergucate
APRIL 9, 2024
The following ECG is from a 23-year-old male who presents following a syncopal episode with diaphoresis and hypotension.
Maria Yang, MD
APRIL 8, 2024
Let’s take a look at the last figure from the paper What is mental health? Evidence towards a new definition from a mixed methods multidisciplinary international survey. The authors call this the Transdomain Model of Health : I like this model. (Do note, though, that the map is not the territory.) It reminds us of the interdependencies between and within ourselves.
Mind The Bleep
APRIL 6, 2024
What is a Letter to the Editor? A letter to the editor in a medical journal serves as a concise written communication where readers, including healthcare professionals, researchers, and scholars, can express their thoughts, opinions, and concerns regarding a specific article or topic published in the journal. It provides a platform for open dialogue and scholarly exchange, allowing readers to contribute additional insights, critique research findings, propose alternative interpretations, share p
RCEM Learning
APRIL 9, 2024
The MRCEM Intermediate SBA is a theoretical exam assessing understanding of the full range of conditions and presentation that may be encountered in the ED. Candidates should familiarise themselves with the Year 1-3 SLOs in preparation for sitting the examination. For more details regarding the MRCEM Primary like who can sit the exam, where the exam takes place and how it is marked and when the results are given visit the RCEM Exam pages.
JournalFeed
APRIL 6, 2024
The JournalFeed podcast for the week of April 1-5, 2024. These are summaries from just 2 of the 5 articles we cover every week! For access to more, please visit JournalFeed.org for details about becoming a member. Tuesday Spoon Feed : This single centre RCT investigated the link between IV cannula diameter and how painful it will be to insert. 18G cannulas were not more painful nor more difficult to place than 20G cannulas across the spectrum of experience levels.
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