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Preventable diagnostic errors of lower gastrointestinal perforation: a secondary analysis of a large-scale multicenter retrospective study
Abstract
Background Lower gastrointestinal perforation (LGP) is an acute abdominal condition associated with a high
mortality rate. Timely and accurate diagnosis is crucial. Nevertheless, a diagnostic delay has been estimated to occur
in…
Background Lower gastrointestinal perforation (LGP) is an acute abdominal condition associated with a high
mortality rate. Timely and accurate diagnosis is crucial. Nevertheless, a diagnostic delay has been estimated to occur
in…
Prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among laundry workers in North Sulawesi Province, Indonesia
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are a serious problem that can affect the health and productivity of laundry workers. Workers who experience such disorders may experience pain, muscle stiffness, joint…
Awareness and knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
among the general public in West-Bank in Palestine
Abstract
Background Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is a leading cause of cardiovascular-related deaths, often occurring outside
hospitals in undiagnosed individuals. Our study aims to assess the baseline awareness and skills in performing CPR
among…
Background Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is a leading cause of cardiovascular-related deaths, often occurring outside
hospitals in undiagnosed individuals. Our study aims to assess the baseline awareness and skills in performing CPR
among…
Prevalence of accidents and injuries and related factors of fishermen fishing offshore in the North of Vietnam
Seafaring, particularly offshore fishing, exposes fishermen to various occupational risks leading to diseases and injuries. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of occupational risks, injury accidents, and…
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…
Practices of personal protective measures against SARS-Cov-2 among undergraduate medical students in South India
Personal protective measures (PPMs) hold relevance despite mass coverage of COVID-19 vaccination. Medical students can be vital in training people in infection control practices. This study was therefore done to assess the practices of PPMs…
Automatic B-lines: a tool for minimizing time to diuretic administration in pulmonary edema patients in the emergency department of a developing country
Abstract
Background Effective management of pulmonary edema in the emergency department (ED) is crucial given its
significant global impact on health. This study aimed to investigate the hypothesis: “Does the utilization of Automatic
B-lines via…
Background Effective management of pulmonary edema in the emergency department (ED) is crucial given its
significant global impact on health. This study aimed to investigate the hypothesis: “Does the utilization of Automatic
B-lines via…
Current understanding of stroke and stroke mimics in adolescents and young adults: a narrative review
Abstract
Background Stroke in adolescents and young adults are uncommon, and unlike in older adults, the etiology can be
a challenging puzzle to solve. Patients often lack traditional risk factors such as hypertension or may be too young
for…
Background Stroke in adolescents and young adults are uncommon, and unlike in older adults, the etiology can be
a challenging puzzle to solve. Patients often lack traditional risk factors such as hypertension or may be too young
for…
Successful transcatheter treatment of large right pulmonary artery to left atrial fistula: a case series and literature review
Abstract
Introduction Cyanotic congenital heart diseases are among the most serious anomalies among newborns. A rare
type of this condition is direct communication between the right pulmonary artery and left atrium, which presents
mostly in…
Introduction Cyanotic congenital heart diseases are among the most serious anomalies among newborns. A rare
type of this condition is direct communication between the right pulmonary artery and left atrium, which presents
mostly in…
Airway, breathing, cellphone: a new vital sign?
Abstract
Introduction In emergency medicine, triage encompasses more than the initial prioritization of treatment; it also
includes decisions about the most suitable level of care and disposition for each patient. However, the increasing
use of…
Introduction In emergency medicine, triage encompasses more than the initial prioritization of treatment; it also
includes decisions about the most suitable level of care and disposition for each patient. However, the increasing
use of…