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Preperitoneal Packing Vs Angioembolization: Part 1

The Trauma Pro

A multi-center trial published in 2015 showed an astounding 32% mortality rate for patients with shock from pelvic fracture. If the patient can be stabilized to some degree, interventional radiology can be very helpful. Years ago, we tried to pack the pelvis from the inside (peritoneal cavity), but it never worked very well.

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Trauma Resuscitation Updates

RebelEM

I recently gave a talk on the initial management of trauma patients with hemorrhagic shock. Clinical Take Home Point: In patients with TBI and hypovolemic shock, target a SBP or MAP ≥90mmHg, but know this is based on limited evidence. vs SBP target <90mmHg which resulted in a mortality of 33.4% NEJM 1994. [2]

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REBEL Cast Ep 118: The PROCOAG Trial – 4F-PCC for Trauma Patients?

RebelEM

4F-PCC contains factors II, VII, IX, X as well as Proteins S and C. Some clinicians have advocated for early administration of 4-factor prothrombin complex concentrate (4F-PCC) based on limited observational data. High-quality studies are needed to determine the utility of this intervention. Severe acute traumatic coagulopathy = PT >1.5

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Grand Rounds Recap 9.6.23

Taming the SRU

ultrasound grand rounds: bedside dvt studies - family presence in the ed/icu - r1 clinical knowledge: aicd - r3 small groups: difficult airway management Ultrasound grand rounds: DVT studies WITH Dr. minges Why should we perform bedside DVT studies in the ED?

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Reopening After A Hurricane: Steps for Healthcare Facilities to Ensure Safety and Compliance

Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

This list is not all inclusive, there may be other challenges as well. Maintenance should be performed on any equipment before using in the delivery of patient care, this includes autoclaves, suction lines, ultrasounds, radiology equipment, etc. If the testing reveals failing water quality, shock and test again.

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emDOCs Revamp: Esophageal Perforation

EMDocs

ECG – May show tachycardia or rate related ST depressions Laboratory evaluation: CBC w/ differential – may reveal leukocytosis with left shift CMP, Lipase – can reveal alternative intra-abdominal diagnoses as well as show findings of end-organ hypoperfusion (elevated serum creatinine, transaminitis, etc.)

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ToxCard: Iron

EMDocs

Stage 3 (timing variable) Shock 1 : Can occur within hours for massive ingestion, but may occur over a longer time course. 6 Severe toxicity and shock are typically seen with serum iron concentrations above 500 g/dL and serum iron concentrations above 1000 g/dL are associated with significant mortality. doi: 10.1097/PEC.0b013e3182302604.