Alcohol and drug intoxication is common in trauma patients and a significant proportion of cervical spine (c-spine) injuries occur in patients with intoxication. A standard approach to both intoxicated and sober patients with suspected c-spine injury in many trauma centers includes the placement of a rigid cervical collar for spinal immobilization until the c-spine can be “cleared.” Even after a negative CT,
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Core Content by Joe Levin, MD
Journal Review
Cervical Spine Evaluation and Clearance in the Intoxicated Patient
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Scaphoid Fractures
Scaphoid fractures are common, easily missed and missed fractures have significant morbidity. We review identification and management.
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