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Treatment strategy for compartment syndrome at multiple regions due to injuries caused by a tree fall: a case report
Abstract
Background Compartment syndrome commonly occurs in patients with forearm and lower leg fractures. Compart-
ment syndromes of the gluteal and thigh muscles are less common. It is imperative that compartment syndrome
be diagnosed and…
Background Compartment syndrome commonly occurs in patients with forearm and lower leg fractures. Compart-
ment syndromes of the gluteal and thigh muscles are less common. It is imperative that compartment syndrome
be diagnosed and…
Triage implementation in resource‐limited emergency departments: sharing tools and experience from the Pacific region
According to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Emergency Care Systems Framework, triage is an essential
function of emergency departments (EDs). This practice innovation article describes four strategies that have been
used to support…
function of emergency departments (EDs). This practice innovation article describes four strategies that have been
used to support…
U‐shaped correlation of lymphocyte count with all‐cause hospital mortality in sepsis and septic shock patients: a MIMIC‐IV and eICU‐CRD database study
Abstract
Background In sepsis, the relationship between lymphocyte counts and patient outcomes is complex. Lymphocyto-
penia and lymphocytosis significantly influence survival, illustrating the dual functionality of lymphocytes in respond-
ing…
Background In sepsis, the relationship between lymphocyte counts and patient outcomes is complex. Lymphocyto-
penia and lymphocytosis significantly influence survival, illustrating the dual functionality of lymphocytes in respond-
ing…
Unexpected Grave’s-induced acute myocardial
infarction in a young female, a literature
review based on a case report
Abstract
Introduction Myocardial ischemia can occur due to several causes, which result in an imbalance between the supply
and demand of oxygen to cardiac muscles. One potential reason for this condition is the overwork of the heart due…
Introduction Myocardial ischemia can occur due to several causes, which result in an imbalance between the supply
and demand of oxygen to cardiac muscles. One potential reason for this condition is the overwork of the heart due…
Unveiling three accessory spleens in one patient: a rare case report and literature review
Abstract
Background During embryogenesis, the spleen undergoes intricate developmental processes, originating
from mesenchymal cells in the dorsal mesentery. An accessory spleen, a common anomaly found in autopsies
and abdominal CT scans, can…
Background During embryogenesis, the spleen undergoes intricate developmental processes, originating
from mesenchymal cells in the dorsal mesentery. An accessory spleen, a common anomaly found in autopsies
and abdominal CT scans, can…
Urban traffic accidents in Isfahan city: a study of prehospital response time intervals
Abstract
Introduction Traffic accidents are a major public health concern worldwide, resulting in significant injuries, fatalities,
and economic costs. In urban zones, traffic accident dynamics can vary significantly due to population…
Introduction Traffic accidents are a major public health concern worldwide, resulting in significant injuries, fatalities,
and economic costs. In urban zones, traffic accident dynamics can vary significantly due to population…
Use of bitemporal NACA score documentation in prehospital emergency medical services– a retrospective study
Abstract
Background The assessment of illness severity in the prehospital setting is essential for guiding appropriate medical
interventions. The National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) score is a validated tool commonly used
for this…
Background The assessment of illness severity in the prehospital setting is essential for guiding appropriate medical
interventions. The National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) score is a validated tool commonly used
for this…
Using design research and human‐centered design to address growing pains in a busy, urban emergency department: a faculty, clinician, and student collaboration between nursing, design, and medicine
In 2021, a large urban university-based hospital transitioned to a new two-floor emergency department. Despite
the new environment, there were usability and workflow challenges with the space. The authors of this paper created
a multidisciplinary,…
the new environment, there were usability and workflow challenges with the space. The authors of this paper created
a multidisciplinary,…
Utility of pelvic examination in assessing women with bleeding in early pregnancy: a multicenter Canadian emergency department study
Abstract
Background Bleeding in early pregnancy is a common emergency department (ED) presentation. Although
variability in approaches has been demonstrated, research is relatively uncommon on practices and outcomes. This
study investigated the…
Background Bleeding in early pregnancy is a common emergency department (ED) presentation. Although
variability in approaches has been demonstrated, research is relatively uncommon on practices and outcomes. This
study investigated the…
Utility of smart watch in expediting diagnosis of cold drink-triggered atrial fibrillation: a case report
Abstract
Background Patients presenting to the emergency department with recent palpitations are a diagnostic challenge
when the arrhythmia and its symptoms have resolved prior to arrival. Newer smart watch technology, adept at
detecting atrial…
Background Patients presenting to the emergency department with recent palpitations are a diagnostic challenge
when the arrhythmia and its symptoms have resolved prior to arrival. Newer smart watch technology, adept at
detecting atrial…