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Natto (fermented soybeans)-induced anaphylaxis in a surfer with the possibility of sensitization to poly(γ-glutamic acid) from cutaneous exposure to jellyfish sting:
a case report
Abstract
Background We report a case of anaphylaxis induced by natto (fermented soybeans) allergy that occurred following
dermal sensitization from a jellyfish sting.
Case presentation A 49-year-old male presented to the emergency room complaining…
Background We report a case of anaphylaxis induced by natto (fermented soybeans) allergy that occurred following
dermal sensitization from a jellyfish sting.
Case presentation A 49-year-old male presented to the emergency room complaining…
Characteristics and outcomes of emergency department patients across health care systems: an international multicenter cohort study
Abstract
Background A wide variation of emergency medical system configurations across countries has limited the value
of comparison of quality and performance measures in the past. Furthermore, lack of quantitative data on EDs pre-
vents…
Background A wide variation of emergency medical system configurations across countries has limited the value
of comparison of quality and performance measures in the past. Furthermore, lack of quantitative data on EDs pre-
vents…
Airway breathing circulation dengue: a case of multifactorial shock due to major trauma and severe dengue infection
Abstract
Background Dengue is the most common arboviral illness reported globally, endemic to most tropical and sub-
tropical regions of the world. Dengue Shock Syndrome is a rare complication of severe Dengue infection resulting
in…
Background Dengue is the most common arboviral illness reported globally, endemic to most tropical and sub-
tropical regions of the world. Dengue Shock Syndrome is a rare complication of severe Dengue infection resulting
in…
“Iliacus muscle abscess as an unexpected cause of posterior hip pain in a healthy young adult female”: a case report
Abstract
Background Iliacus muscle abscess is an uncommon but potentially life-threatening condition that can present
with nonspecific symptoms, posing diagnostic challenges. This case report highlights the importance of considering
iliopsoas…
Background Iliacus muscle abscess is an uncommon but potentially life-threatening condition that can present
with nonspecific symptoms, posing diagnostic challenges. This case report highlights the importance of considering
iliopsoas…
Impact of advanced trauma life support training on 30-day mortality in severely injured patients at a Kenyan tertiary center: a retrospective matched case-control study
Abstract
Introduction Trauma is a leading cause of mortality worldwide, particularly in low and middle-income countries
(LMICs) like Kenya. This study evaluates the impact of Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) training on 30-day
mortality…
Introduction Trauma is a leading cause of mortality worldwide, particularly in low and middle-income countries
(LMICs) like Kenya. This study evaluates the impact of Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) training on 30-day
mortality…
Recruitment of emergency department patients to a prospective observational study
Abstract
Background The dynamic environment of the emergency department (ED) poses unique challenges to the
execution of well-designed research. There is limited investigation into the viability of studies conducted in the ED.
This paper offers a…
Background The dynamic environment of the emergency department (ED) poses unique challenges to the
execution of well-designed research. There is limited investigation into the viability of studies conducted in the ED.
This paper offers a…
Validating the GO-FAR score: predicting in- hospital cardiac arrest outcomes in the Middle East
Abstract
Introduction and aim External validations of the Good Outcome Following Attempted Resuscitation (GO-FAR) score
have been in populations where Do Not Attempt Resuscitation (DNAR) is practised. We aim to externally validate the
GO-FAR score…
Introduction and aim External validations of the Good Outcome Following Attempted Resuscitation (GO-FAR) score
have been in populations where Do Not Attempt Resuscitation (DNAR) is practised. We aim to externally validate the
GO-FAR score…
Do-not-attempt-resuscitation decision making: physicians’ recommendations differ from the GO-FAR score predictions
Background and aim In-hospital cardiac arrest (IHCA) is a major cause of mortality globally, and over 50% of the
survivors will require institutional care as a result of poor neurological outcome. It is important that physicians
discuss the likely…
survivors will require institutional care as a result of poor neurological outcome. It is important that physicians
discuss the likely…
Bibliometric analysis of depression in post- stroke patients
Abstract
Introduction Stroke is a life-threatening condition that increasingly damages cerebral tissue over time and can lead
to serious post-effects, including depression, which can hinder a patient’s recovery from stroke and reduce quality…
Introduction Stroke is a life-threatening condition that increasingly damages cerebral tissue over time and can lead
to serious post-effects, including depression, which can hinder a patient’s recovery from stroke and reduce quality…
Carbon monoxide poisoning: a clinical case report
Abstract
Background Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is a serious yet frequently overlooked condition with diverse and
nonspecific clinical presentations. The analysis of Lithuanian statistics reveals fluctuations in patient admissions…
Background Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is a serious yet frequently overlooked condition with diverse and
nonspecific clinical presentations. The analysis of Lithuanian statistics reveals fluctuations in patient admissions…