This week for his critically appraised topic, Dr. Ozair Rizvi reviewed literature on the efficacy of greater occipital nerve blocks with bupivicaine for migraine headaches. Read ahead for the details.
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A 32 yo F presents to the ED with acute onset of sharp RLQ abdominal pain.
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20 yo male presents to the ED with left hip pain after MVC PTA. Patient was restrained back seat passenger, no LOC. Patient appears very uncomfortable on stretcher, with left leg propped on rolled blanket. Tenderness at left hip but no obvious deformity. LLE with DP pulses 2+, sensation intact, will wiggles toes.
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A 33 year old healthy male presents to the ED with severe left knee pain after a MVC...
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Learn the pearls to manage patients with intracerebral hemorrhage
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Do you ever wake up at night in a cold sweat from a nightmare about a shoulder dystocia delivery? This week, our OBGYN colleague Dr. Michelle Salvatore educated us on maneuvers to relieve shoulder dystocia during an ED delivery. Read ahead for her helpful tips so you can sleep easier!
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Facial paralysis can be challenging for both the patient and provider: remember to include Ramsay Hunt on your differential!
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In a previous post, we discussed the general approach to facial fractures. Read on for specifics on signs and management of zygomatic arch & tripod fractures.
Read moreSubmitted by Sumaya Mekkaoui, MD