Independently interpreting plain film imaging is an essential skill for the Emergency Medicine provider. Among the most notorious of injuries likely to be missed is the Maisonneuve fracture. In this post we demonstrate the "can't miss" imaging findings to ensure that you don't make the mistake of thinking this is "just an ankle sprain!"
What is an open fracture? How to we manage them? What antibiotics should you give and when?
"Put in a chest tube." Great. But which type of tube? Dr. Adorno's got you covered.
Quick and easy visual guide to anterior cord syndrome, central cord syndrome and Brown Sequard.
An unconscious 35 y/o male presents from the scene of a motor vehicle versus pedestrian accident. The patient is intubated and hypotensive but there is no source of external bleeding. FAST is negative. Blood products are given with no response. CT imaging shows no evidence of bleeding. What should you consider?
Acute compartment syndrome is a surgical emergency. Measurements of compartment pressures are an important adjunct to making the diagnosis. Check out this post for a video demonstration on how to operate the Stryker Device
In previous posts, we discussed the general approach to facial fractures as well as diagnosis and treatment of zygomatic and maxillary fractures. Read on for specifics on signs and management of mandible fractures.
In a previous posts, we discussed the general approach to facial fractures and zygomatic fractures. Read on for specifics of Le Fort (maxillary) fractures and their management.
20 yo male presents to the ED with left hip pain after MVC PTA. Patient was restrained back seat passenger, no LOC. Patient appears very uncomfortable on stretcher, with left leg propped on rolled blanket. Tenderness at left hip but no obvious deformity. LLE with DP pulses 2+, sensation intact, will wiggles toes.
In a previous post, we discussed the general approach to facial fractures. Read on for specifics on signs and management of zygomatic arch & tripod fractures.
