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A case report of an accidental iatrogenic dexmedetomidine overdose in an adult
Abstract
Background Dexmedetomidine is a sedative drug with a wide safety margin.
Case presentation We present a case of accidental iatrogenic dexmedetomidine overdose in an adult patient
during high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatment.…
Background Dexmedetomidine is a sedative drug with a wide safety margin.
Case presentation We present a case of accidental iatrogenic dexmedetomidine overdose in an adult patient
during high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatment.…
Utilizing the National Early Warning Score 2 (NEWS2) to confirm the impact of emergency department management in sepsis patients: a cohort study from taiwan 1998–2020
Abstract
Background Most sepsis patients could potentially experience advantageous outcomes from targeted medical
intervention, such as fluid resuscitation, antibiotic administration, respiratory support, and nursing care, promptly
upon arrival at…
Background Most sepsis patients could potentially experience advantageous outcomes from targeted medical
intervention, such as fluid resuscitation, antibiotic administration, respiratory support, and nursing care, promptly
upon arrival at…
Patient-controlled analgesia morphine for the management of acute pain in the emergency department: a systematic review and meta- analysis
Abstract
Background The ideal pain control approach is typically viewed as titration of analgesia for pain reduction and
periodic pain evaluation. However, this method takes time and is not always possible in the crowded Emergency
Department.…
Background The ideal pain control approach is typically viewed as titration of analgesia for pain reduction and
periodic pain evaluation. However, this method takes time and is not always possible in the crowded Emergency
Department.…
Screening for harmful substance use in emergency departments: a systematic review
Abstract
Background Substance use-related emergency department (ED) visits have increased substantially in North Amer‐
ica. Screening for substance use in EDs is recommended; best approaches are unclear. This systematic review synthe‐
sizes…
Background Substance use-related emergency department (ED) visits have increased substantially in North Amer‐
ica. Screening for substance use in EDs is recommended; best approaches are unclear. This systematic review synthe‐
sizes…
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…
A survivor with unexplained chest scars
Abstract
This case illustrates chest scars after piston-based chest compression device resuscitation and raises the awareness
of the potential benefits of following up survivors of critical illness.
Keywords Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Chest…
This case illustrates chest scars after piston-based chest compression device resuscitation and raises the awareness
of the potential benefits of following up survivors of critical illness.
Keywords Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Chest…
Evaluation of elevated serum apelin-13 and D-dimer concentrations in individuals diagnosed with pulmonary embolism
Abstract
Background Given the limited specificity of D-dimer, there is a perceived need to discover a more precise marker
for diagnosing individuals who are suspected of having pulmonary embolism (PE). In this study, by evaluating the
increase in…
Background Given the limited specificity of D-dimer, there is a perceived need to discover a more precise marker
for diagnosing individuals who are suspected of having pulmonary embolism (PE). In this study, by evaluating the
increase in…
Clinical significance of elevated D-dimer in emergency department patients:
a retrospective single-center analysis
Abstract
Introduction D-dimer is a marker of coagulation and fibrinolysis widely used in clinical practice for assessing
thrombotic activity. While it is commonly ordered in the Emergency Department (ED) for suspected venous
thromboembolism (VTE),…
Introduction D-dimer is a marker of coagulation and fibrinolysis widely used in clinical practice for assessing
thrombotic activity. While it is commonly ordered in the Emergency Department (ED) for suspected venous
thromboembolism (VTE),…
Single intravenous dose ondansetron induces QT prolongation in adult emergency department patients: a prospective observational study
Background Ondansetron is one of the most commonly used drugs in the emergency department (ED) for treating
nausea and vomiting, particularly in intravenous (IV) form. Nevertheless, it has been shown to prolong QT interval and
increase the risk of…
nausea and vomiting, particularly in intravenous (IV) form. Nevertheless, it has been shown to prolong QT interval and
increase the risk of…
The state of emergency medicine in Greece: at critical momentum
Greece is a parliamentary republic in southeastern Europe populated by over 10 million permanent residents: 9
million reside on the mainland, with almost 4 million in the greater Athens area. The remaining 1 million populate
the over 1200 Greek…
million reside on the mainland, with almost 4 million in the greater Athens area. The remaining 1 million populate
the over 1200 Greek…