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Infusion Versus IV Push Low-Dose Ketamine for Analgesia

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Sub-dissociative dose ketamine in the ED for treatment of pain is gaining recognition as an adjunct or alternative to opioid analgesics.  Previous research from this group and others have demonstrated a role of low dose ketamine (0.1-0.3 mg/kg IV) as opioid sparing analgesic.The major issue with wider ketamine use is its adverse effects;
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Olecranon Fractures

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This post delves into the diagnosis and emergent management of olecranon fractures.
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Luis Villegas, MD