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Preperitoneal Packing Vs Angioembolization: Part 2

The Trauma Pro

In my last post, I reviewed an early paper on preperitoneal packing (PPP). Today, I’ll look at an earlier review article summarizing some smaller studies comparing it to angioembolization. In the next post, I’ll look at a brand new paper that includes a cost analysis as well. Interestingly, the use of AE and PPP vary geographically. Angioembolization has been a mainstay in the US for some time, and PPP has been more commonly used in Europe.

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A Discussion with Dr. Dena Zeraatkar regarding analytic flexibility in observational studies

Sensible Medicine

Gosh was this a great conversation about her recent paper on specification curve analysis of nutritional observational studies. Here is Dr. Zeraatkar’s bio: Dena Zeraatkar, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Anesthesia and Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact (HEI) at McMaster University. She earned her doctoral degree at McMaster University in the Health Research Methodology graduate program.

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What is the rhythm?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

A patient was found down approximately 30 minutes after taking methamphetamine. Bystander CPR. Medics found patient in PEA arrest. He was resuscitated into a perfusing rhythm. He went in and out of arrest until arrival at the ED. Here is the only prehospital 12-lead: Sinus tachycardia, somewhat wide QRS, Ischemia Here is the first ED ECG: What is the rhythm here?

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First10EM Journal Club: May 2024

Broome Docs

Another month and another batch of fascinating papers from the Morgenstern vaults. This month is heavy on dermatology for some reason… but still plenty of EBM, Crit care and laughs. Join Justin and I for a sold 80 minutes of nerdy evidence-based ED care. As always, the free PDF version of each of the papers discussed is linked below – so you can check it out for yourself.

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The First10EM monthly wrap-up for April 2024

First 10 EM

The First10EM monthly wrap up is a place for me to share updates about the website, about my academic life, and also interesting content, such as books, podcasts, and other FOAMed, that I have encountered in the prior month. Obviously the format means the focus is mostly on content I have found, but I hope […] The post The First10EM monthly wrap-up for April 2024 appeared first on First10EM.

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Why Every School Should Have a Heartsine 350P AED on Hand

AED Leader

As a responsible parent or guardian, the safety and well-being of your child are of utmost importance. When it comes to ensuring the safety of students in schools, one crucial aspect that cannot be overlooked is having an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) readily available. In particular, the Heartsine 350P AED is a highly recommended device every school should have.

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Breaking Down Osteoporosis: Insights into Prevention and Therapy

Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd

Popularly known as the ‘silent disease,’’ osteoporosis is a condition that causes weak bones, leaving them vulnerable to fractures. This condition primarily affects people of the older age group and is not recognizable unless one breaks a bone! Several reasons cause this metabolic bone disorder. The primary one among them is a decrease in bone density.

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Lab case 444

EMergucate

18 year-old-girl presented to ED with reduced level of consciousness. She is known to by drugs online.

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The Business of Medicine and the Harm It Does

Emergency Medicine News

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Imaging Case of the Week 592

EMergucate

The following abdominal x-ray is from a 76-year-old with vomiting. What radiological sign can be seen?

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Think Twice About Calcium

Emergency Medicine News

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Lab case 443 interpretation

EMergucate

Answers: PH = 6.9, that is severe acidaemia/ pCO2 = 72 mmHg. o, we have respiratory acidosis.

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A Debate that Need Not Happen: VT vs. SVT

Emergency Medicine News

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Clinical Governance Day – Wed 8th May 2024

Greater Sydney Area HEMS

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EPs Get Vertigo Wrong, but There's Hope

Emergency Medicine News

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Is This Dysphagia Wallenberg Syndrome?

Emergency Medicine News

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AI-Powered ECG Interpretation Too Promising to Ignore

Emergency Medicine News

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Letter to the Editor: Time to Change the Definition of Pediatrics

Emergency Medicine News

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Letter to the Editor: Cephalexin is Effective for uUTIs

Emergency Medicine News

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Letter to the Editor: Leaving EM is All about Options

Emergency Medicine News

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Letter to the Editor: Medics' Conviction Challenging for EPs

Emergency Medicine News

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Letter to the Editor: Thanks to Dr. Simons for Representing Women

Emergency Medicine News

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Letter to the Editor: Buprenorphine is the Right Drug for OUD

Emergency Medicine News

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Letter to the Editor: Nosebleed Was Below Standard of Care

Emergency Medicine News

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Fixing ED Crowding Starts with Referrals

Emergency Medicine News

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UpToDate

Emergency Medicine News

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Thrombolysis for PE: Is Less More?

Emergency Medicine News

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Why Are Residents Forming More Unions?

Emergency Medicine News

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Prepare to Be Humbled

Emergency Medicine News

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Overcoming Stigma and Discrimination Fundamental to OUD Care in the ED

Emergency Medicine News

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Oh, for the Days of Simple Ankle Sprains

Emergency Medicine News

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Symptoms: Confusion, Fever

Emergency Medicine News

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Miss Lithium Toxicity, and End Up in Court

Emergency Medicine News

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Getting Vital Signs Right Is, Well, Vital

Emergency Medicine News

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PENG Blocks Control Hip Fracture Pain

Emergency Medicine News

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Technology & Inventions

Emergency Medicine News

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