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Background
T-MACS is a computer-based decision aid that rules in and rules out ACS using a combination of six clinical features with only one
biomarker measured on arrival: hs-cardiac Troponin. T-MACS has been shown to have a 99.3% negative…

Introduction
In the UK, between January 2023 to January 2024, the number of patients waiting 12 or more hours in emergency departments
(EDs) from the decision made to admit increased by 27%. For the women awaiting an obstetric or gynaecological…

INTRODUCTION
Emergency medical treatment aims to stabilize individuals facing life or limb-threatening accidents or diseases, emphasizing
immediate medical interventions over preventative or primary care. It focuses on swift medical…

Introduction
Wernicke’s encephalopathy is an acute neurological condition characterised by a classical triad of ataxia, ophthalmoplegia and
encephalopathy which requires urgent recognition and initiation of treatment to prevent further…

Introduction
The demanding nature of work of emergency staff including doctors and nurses often lead to irregular eating habits and poor
nutritional intake. Shift changes, in particular, can disrupt meal times and make it challenging for emergency…

A 4-year-old child presented to the emergency department following an unwitnessed fall in the park, resulting in blunt trauma to
the right side of the head. Subsequent to the incident, the child experienced two episodes of vomiting, prompting…

Introduction
The following case is a 3-year-old child presenting with continuous irritation, crying, and difficulty in feeding. She was diagnosed
with double outlet right ventricle (DORV) which makes it an exceptional case since it is uncommon…

Introduction
End-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients undergoing haemodialysis face both physical and psychological challenges. Adherence
to strict treatment and dietary regimens is essential, yet the psychological burden, including depression,…

INTRODUCTION
Lemierre’s syndrome (LS) is a rare complication following an oropharyngeal infection and is characterized by thrombophlebitis of
the internal jugular vein (IJV) and further complicated with septicemia, IJV thrombosis and septic…