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Generalized tetanus complicated with Takotsubo-cardiomyopathy in a
septuagenarian following a laceration injury with soil contamination – a case report
Abstract
Background Tetanus is a clinical rarity due to the successful globally adopted childhood vaccination programme.
The rising elderly population in the United Kingdom creates a subset of individuals whom are prone to develop
Tetanus as they…
Background Tetanus is a clinical rarity due to the successful globally adopted childhood vaccination programme.
The rising elderly population in the United Kingdom creates a subset of individuals whom are prone to develop
Tetanus as they…
Frontoparietal intraparenchymal hemorrhage secondary to anticoagulation
Abstract
The authors present the case of a patient experiencing frontoparietal intraparenchymal hemorrhage. With a history
of a mechanical heart valve due to rheumatic disease, the patient was on warfarin and experienced a warfarin-
associated…
The authors present the case of a patient experiencing frontoparietal intraparenchymal hemorrhage. With a history
of a mechanical heart valve due to rheumatic disease, the patient was on warfarin and experienced a warfarin-
associated…
Bibliometric analysis of ChatGPT in medicine
Abstract
Introduction The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) chat programs has opened two distinct paths, one
enhancing interaction and another potentially replacing personal understanding. Ethical and legal concerns arise
due to the rapid…
Introduction The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) chat programs has opened two distinct paths, one
enhancing interaction and another potentially replacing personal understanding. Ethical and legal concerns arise
due to the rapid…
Case series: star anise toxicity presenting to the emergency department in Eastern Regional Referral Hospital in Bhutan
Abstract
Background Star anise fruit has been used in spice in Asian cuisine, ingredient for traditional medicines, component
for antiviral drugs and as parts of tea and beverage across the globe. Toxicity from these plants has been reported…
Background Star anise fruit has been used in spice in Asian cuisine, ingredient for traditional medicines, component
for antiviral drugs and as parts of tea and beverage across the globe. Toxicity from these plants has been reported…
Latrodectus envenomation in Ethiopia
Black widows, one of the few spiders that can sting humans with poison, are members of the spider genus Latrodec-
tus and are well-known for the extraordinary potency of their neurotoxic venom. Latrodectism, a symptom marked
by excruciating…
tus and are well-known for the extraordinary potency of their neurotoxic venom. Latrodectism, a symptom marked
by excruciating…
Prediction of the future number of fall-related emergency medical services calls in older individuals
Abstract
Background Falls among older individuals contribute significantly to the rise in ambulance transport use. To
recognize the importance of future countermeasures, we estimated the projected number and percentage of fall-
related emergency…
Background Falls among older individuals contribute significantly to the rise in ambulance transport use. To
recognize the importance of future countermeasures, we estimated the projected number and percentage of fall-
related emergency…
Peri-injury symptomatology as predictors of brain computed tomography (CT) scan abnormalities in mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI)
Abstract
Objective This study aimed to identify predictors of brain CT abnormalities in patients who sustained a mild
traumatic brain injury (mTBI).
Methods Retrospective observational cohort of adult patients with mTBI (Glasgow Coma Score 13–15)…
Objective This study aimed to identify predictors of brain CT abnormalities in patients who sustained a mild
traumatic brain injury (mTBI).
Methods Retrospective observational cohort of adult patients with mTBI (Glasgow Coma Score 13–15)…
Surviving a classic heat stroke/ hyperthermia>42 °C – a case report
Abstract
Introduction Classic heat stroke is a severe trauma which can lead to multi-organ dysfunctions and is associated
with a high mortality.
Case presentation In this case report we present a 73-year-old patient with a classic heat stroke. His…
Introduction Classic heat stroke is a severe trauma which can lead to multi-organ dysfunctions and is associated
with a high mortality.
Case presentation In this case report we present a 73-year-old patient with a classic heat stroke. His…
Emergency medicine residents’ learning curve in diagnosing deep vein thrombosis with 3-point venous point-of-care ultrasound
Abstract
Background Many cases of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) are diagnosed in the emergency department, and
abbreviated lower extremity venous point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) has already shown an accuracy comparable to
that of specialists. This…
Background Many cases of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) are diagnosed in the emergency department, and
abbreviated lower extremity venous point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) has already shown an accuracy comparable to
that of specialists. This…
Jejunogastric intussusception associated with jejunojejunal intussusception (double telescoping) occurring 20 years after gastrojejunostomy
Abstract
Introduction Jejunogastric intussusception (JGI) is a rare but potentially lethal complication following gastrectomy
or gastrojejunostomy surgeries. Diagnosis of this condition can be challenging due to its rarity and non-specific…
Introduction Jejunogastric intussusception (JGI) is a rare but potentially lethal complication following gastrectomy
or gastrojejunostomy surgeries. Diagnosis of this condition can be challenging due to its rarity and non-specific…