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Journal Review

Tenecteplase vs Alteplase Before Endovascular Therapy for Ischemic Stroke (EXTEND-IA TNK)

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This review is cross-posted on REBEL EM.

Alteplase is a tissue plasminogen activator that is approved for use prior to thrombectomy in ischemic strokes with the goal of reperfusion to ischemic areas of the brain.
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Finger Injuries

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This week’s post focuses on common soft-tissue finger injuries with a focus on diagnosis and management.
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Post-Dural Puncture Headache

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Here we review the post-dural puncture headache with a focus on avoidance of the complication + treatment
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