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Aluminum phosphide poisoning with Brugada ECG: a case report highlighting diagnostic challenges arising from patient nondisclosure
Abstract
Background Aluminum phosphide (AlP) poisoning is a major cause of mortality, often presenting with non-specific
symptoms that complicate diagnosis.
Case A 19-year-old male presented with vomiting, abdominal pain, hypotension, and ECG…
Background Aluminum phosphide (AlP) poisoning is a major cause of mortality, often presenting with non-specific
symptoms that complicate diagnosis.
Case A 19-year-old male presented with vomiting, abdominal pain, hypotension, and ECG…
Case report: a case of AL amyloidosis with spontaneous giant retroperitoneal hematoma
Abstract
Background Systemic amyloidosis is a kind of clinical syndrome in which amyloid is deposited between the cells
of various organs in the body, resulting in gradual failure of the function of the affected organs. Depending on the site
of…
Background Systemic amyloidosis is a kind of clinical syndrome in which amyloid is deposited between the cells
of various organs in the body, resulting in gradual failure of the function of the affected organs. Depending on the site
of…
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…
Limited use of opioid prescribing guidelines in Dutch emergency departments: results of a nationwide survey
Background In recent years, the Netherlands has experienced a notable increase in opioid prescriptions and
associated fatalities. Emergency department (ED) patients exhibit relatively high rates of opioid use (15%) and misuse
(23% of patients who…
associated fatalities. Emergency department (ED) patients exhibit relatively high rates of opioid use (15%) and misuse
(23% of patients who…
Stomach and duodenal ulcer as a cause of death in patients with cancer: a cohort study
Abstract
Introduction Non-cancer deaths are now becoming a significant threat to the health of cancer patients. Death from
stomach and duodenal ulcer is linked to cancer due to the side effects of treatment and its pathogenesis.…
Introduction Non-cancer deaths are now becoming a significant threat to the health of cancer patients. Death from
stomach and duodenal ulcer is linked to cancer due to the side effects of treatment and its pathogenesis.…
Performance of A-DROP, NEWS2, and REMS in predicting in-hospital mortality and mechanical ventilation in pneumonia patients in the emergency department: a retrospective cohort study
Performance of A-DROP, NEWS2,
and REMS in predicting in-hospital mortality
and mechanical ventilation in pneumonia
patients in the emergency department:
a retrospective cohort study
and REMS in predicting in-hospital mortality
and mechanical ventilation in pneumonia
patients in the emergency department:
a retrospective cohort study
New Fresnel lens loupe for nystagmus observation suitable for use by medical staff Iin emergency departments
Abstract
Background Reduction of spontaneous nystagmus by fixation, a characteristic feature of peripheral nystagmus, is
important for differentiating between peripheral and central vestibular disorders. In the emergency room, Frenzel
goggles are…
Background Reduction of spontaneous nystagmus by fixation, a characteristic feature of peripheral nystagmus, is
important for differentiating between peripheral and central vestibular disorders. In the emergency room, Frenzel
goggles are…
A case of acute tubulointerstitial nephritis following the use of chenopodium album L
Abstract
Introduction Chenopodium album, commonly known as “lambsquarters,” is a plant consumed as food and used in
traditional medicine. Its popularity is increasing due to the belief that it has fewer side effects compared to synthetic
drugs.…
Introduction Chenopodium album, commonly known as “lambsquarters,” is a plant consumed as food and used in
traditional medicine. Its popularity is increasing due to the belief that it has fewer side effects compared to synthetic
drugs.…
Inserting a VA-ECMO cannula through an inferior vena cava filter during extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Abstract
Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) has been utilized to treat massive pulmonary
embolism (PE) accompanied by cardiac arrest or refractory cardiogenic shock. Our team opted for a femoral-
femoral approach for…
Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) has been utilized to treat massive pulmonary
embolism (PE) accompanied by cardiac arrest or refractory cardiogenic shock. Our team opted for a femoral-
femoral approach for…
Determinants of decision-making for the initiation of resuscitation: a mixed-methods systematic review of barriers and facilitators
Abstract
Aim This study aimed to comprehensively examine the factors influencing healthcare providers’ decision-making for
initiation of resuscitation (IOR).
Background In-hospital resuscitation survival hinges on timely and effective…
Aim This study aimed to comprehensively examine the factors influencing healthcare providers’ decision-making for
initiation of resuscitation (IOR).
Background In-hospital resuscitation survival hinges on timely and effective…