Tagged ‘Trauma’
Journal Review
Etomidate vs. Ketamine in Trauma RSI
This post is cross-posted on REBEL EM here.
Etomidate and ketamine are both routinely used as induction agents during rapid sequence intubation (RSI) in trauma patients. It is well established that etomidate transiently suppresses the adrenal gland through inhibition of the 11-beta hydroxylase enzyme.
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Hip Dislocation
This post discusses the diagnosis, classification and management of hip dislocations in the ED.
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Finger Injuries
This week’s post focuses on common soft-tissue finger injuries with a focus on diagnosis and management.
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Olecranon Fractures
This post delves into the diagnosis and emergent management of olecranon fractures.
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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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