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Proximal Tibiofibular Joint Dislocation in Children

Pediatric EM Morsels

Horan, 2006 ] Anatomy of the PTF Joint [ Cunningham, 2019 ] The PTF joint is a synovial joint between the lateral condyle of the tibia and the head of the fibula. Mechanism of dislocation : [ Horan, 2006 ] Typically, the injury occurs when: The Knee is in Flexion and The Foot is rotated and plantar flexed. 2006 May;23(5):e33.

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Paediatric emergency medicine in the UK: are we meeting the needs of our children today? A descriptive workforce survey 2006-2023

Emergency Medicine Journal

In England, the rate of emergency department (ED) attendance in the first year of life is greater than at any other age, amounting to 122 visits per 100 000 population. 1 Children aged 0–16 accounted for 23% of ED attendances (more than 5.4 million children) in 2022/2023, with children aged 0–4 accounting for 11%.

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Perichondritis of the Ear in Children

Pediatric EM Morsels

2006 Dec;22(12):804-6. Coli Proteus species Non-Abscess infection: Staphylococcus aures = the most common Pseudomonas aeruginosa and others still may be seen Perichondritis of the Ear: Presentation Redness , Pain , and Swelling of the pinna Typically spares the lobule ! 2020 Oct 24;12(10):e11141. doi: 10.7759/cureus.11141. Pediatr Emerg Care.

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Active shooter in emergency departments in Guanajuato State, Mexico

Emergency Medicine Journal

The rate of violent events in Mexico, especially in hospital settings, has increased since 2006, but has become more evident in 2018. Mass violence events, especially in healthcare settings, have devastating consequences and long-lasting effects on the victims and the community.

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Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis

EB Medicine

Intro The number of ED visits and hospitalizations Studies show up to 57% of anaphylactic reactions are not recognized, and epinephrine is not administered in up to 80% of cases.

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Morel-Lavallée Lesion in Children

Pediatric EM Morsels

Shen 2013, Nickerson 2014, Scolaro 2016 ] Singh et al proposed an algorithm to guide treatment. Shen 2013, Nickerson 2014, Scolaro 2016 ] Singh et al proposed an algorithm to guide treatment.

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ECG Blog #425 — Are there P Waves?

Ken Grauer, MD

That said — most patients eventually do become symptomatic ( Webb and Gatzoulis: Circulation 114: 1645-1653, 2006 ). For more on ASD in Adults — Webb and Gatzoulis: Circulation 114: 1645-1653, 2006. Surprisingly, patients with an ASD may present for medical attention at any age. Many patients go years without significant symptoms.

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