Epidemiology of elevated blood pressure in the ED Srikar Adhikari, Ross Mathiasen
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2014.08.034
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 32 , Issue 11 ,
Published online: August 22 2014
x To determine the prevalence and demographics of elevated blood pressure (BP) in emergency department (ED) patients.
Epidemiology of injuries to wildland firefighters Carla Britton, Charles F. Lynch, Marizen Ramirez, James Torner, Christopher Buresh, Corinne Peek-Asa
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2012.08.032
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 31 , Issue 2 ,
Published online: November 19 2012
x Wildland fires have significant ecologic and economic impact in the United States. Despite the number of firefighters involved in controlling them, little is known about the injuries that they sustain. We hypothesized that the mechanism of injury would predict injury characteristics and severity of fire-related injuries.
Hospital-based ocular emergencies: epidemiology, treatment, and visual outcomes Cindy A. Cheung, Melanie Rogers-Martel, Liliya Golas, Anna Chepurny, James B. Martel, Joseph R. Martel
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2013.11.015
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 32 , Issue 3 ,
Published online: November 18 2013
x Ocular trauma is recognized as the leading cause of unilateral blindness. However, few studies to date have focused on the clinical features of hospital-based ocular emergencies. Effectiveness of trauma centers in treating ocular emergencies was compared with treatment in traditional community hospital emergency departments. Demographics, causes, and nature of ocular emergencies, as well as visual outcome in community hospitals emergency departments and trauma centers, were also examined.
Epidemiology of strain/sprain injuries among cheerleaders in the United States Brenda J. Shields, Gary A. Smith
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2010.05.014
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 29 , Issue 9 ,
Published online: August 16 2010
x The aim of this study is to describe the epidemiology of cheerleading-related strain/sprain injuries by type of cheerleading team and type of event.
The pregnant heart: cardiac emergencies during pregnancy Alyson J. McGregor, Rebecca Barron, Karen Rosene-Montella
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2015.02.046
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 33 , Issue 4 ,
Published online: March 6 2015
x Cardiovascular emergencies in pregnant patients are often considered a rare event; however, heart disease as a cause of maternal mortality is steadily increasing.
Upper extremity fractures among hospitalized pediatric road traffic accident victims Guy Rubin, Kobi Peleg, Adi Givon, Israel Trauma Group, Nimrod Rozen
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2015.02.017
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 33 , Issue 5 ,
Published online: February 17 2015
x Upper extremity fractures (UEFs) associated with road traffic accidents (RTAs) may result in long-term disability. Previous studies have examined UEF profiles with small patient populations. The objective of this study was to examine the injury profiles of UEFs in all mechanisms of injury related to RTAs in the pediatric population.
ED use by older adults attempting suicide Mary W. Carter, Megan R. Reymann
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2014.02.003
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 32 , Issue 6 ,
Published online: February 12 2014
x The objective of this study was to describe patterns of older adult patient visits to emergency departments (EDs) for self-harm and suicide-related injuries.
Zipline-related injuries treated in US EDs, 1997-2012 Rachael M. Billock, Jonathan J. Anderegg, Tracy J. Mehan, Thiphalak Chounthirath, Gary A. Smith
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2015.08.022
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 33 , Issue 12 ,
Published online: August 14 2015
x To investigate the epidemiology of zipline-related injuries in the United States.
Subject Index
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0735-6757(11)00516-X
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 29 , Issue 9 ,
Published in issue: November 2011
Comparison of Clinical Characteristics of Intentional vs Accidental Drowning Patients Seon Hee Woo, Jeong Ho Park, Seung Pill Choi, Jung Hee Wee
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2015.04.051
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 33 , Issue 8 ,
Published online: April 29 2015
x Drowning may happen by accident or as a method of committing suicide. The aim of this study was to determine some characteristics of drowning patients who committed intentionally.
Pediatric acute osteomyelitis in the postvaccine, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus era Kristin Ratnayake, Andrew J. Davis, Lance Brown, Timothy P. Young
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2015.07.011
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 33 , Issue 10 ,
Published online: July 16 2015
x We sought to describe the causative organisms, bones involved, and complications in cases of pediatric osteomyelitis in the postvaccine age and in the era of increasing infection with community-associated methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
Neck collar used in treatment of victims of urban motorcycle accidents: over- or underprotection? Hsing-Lin Lin, Wei-Che Lee, Chao-Wen Chen, Tsung-Ying Lin, Yuan-Chia Cheng, Yung-Sung Yeh, Yen-Ko Lin, Liang-Chi Kuo
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2010.06.003
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 29 , Issue 9 ,
Published online: October 18 2010
x Cervical collar brace protection of the cervical spine at the scene of the incident is the first priority for emergency medical technicians treating patients who have sustained trauma. However, there is still controversy between over- or underprotection. The objective of this study was to survey the cervical spine injury of lightweight motorcycle accident victims and further evaluate the neck collar protection policy.
Prevalence of facial trauma and associated factors in victims of road traffic accidents Lorena Marques Nóbrega, Gigliana M.S. Cavalcante, Monalyza M.S.M. Lima, Renata C.R. Madruga, Maria Letícia Ramos-Jorge, Sérgio d'Avila
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2014.08.054
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 32 , Issue 11 ,
Published online: August 26 2014
x The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of facial trauma among victims of road traffic accidents and investigate factors associated with it.
Hantavirus infection in North America: a clinical review James Hartline, Chris Mierek, Tristan Knutson, Christopher Kang
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2013.02.001
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 31 , Issue 6 ,
Published online: May 15 2013
x The recent outbreak of hantavirus in Yosemite National Park has attracted national attention, with 10 confirmed cases of hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome and thousands of more people exposed. This article will review the epidemiology, presentation, workup, and treatment for this rare but potentially lethal illness. The possibility of infection with hantavirus deserves consideration in patients with severe respiratory symptoms with rodent exposure or rural/wilderness travel. Accurate diagnosis requires a high index of suspicion.
Upper extremity fractures among hospitalized road traffic accident adults Guy Rubin, Kobi Peleg, Adi Givon, Israel Trauma Group, Nimrod Rozen
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2014.11.048
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 33 , Issue 2 ,
Published online: December 3 2014
x Upper extremity fractures (UEFs) associated with road traffic accidents (RTAs) may result in long-term disability. Previous studies have examined UEF profiles with small patient populations. The objective of this study was to examine the injury profiles of UEFs in all mechanisms of injury related to RTAs.
An analysis of ED utilization by adults with intellectual disability Arvind Venkat, Rene B. Pastin, Gajanan G. Hegde, John M. Shea, Jeffrey T. Cook, Carl Culig
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2009.11.009
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 29 , Issue 4 ,
Published online: April 26 2010
x We sought to identify factors increasing the odds of ED utilization among intellectually disabled (ID) adults and differentiate their discharge diagnoses from the general adult ED population.
Diagnostic imaging rates for head injury in the ED and states' medical malpractice tort reforms Rebecca Smith-Bindman, Charles E. McCulloch, Alex Ding, Christopher Quale, Philip W. Chu
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2010.01.038
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 29 , Issue 6 ,
Published online: July 14 2010
x Physicians' fears of being sued may lead to defensive medical practices, such as ordering nonindicated medical imaging. We investigated the association between states' medical malpractice tort reforms and neurologic imaging rates for patients seen in the emergency department with mild head trauma.
ED management of patients with eating disorders Stacy A. Trent, Maria E. Moreira, Christopher B. Colwell, Philip S. Mehler
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2013.02.035
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 31 , Issue 5 ,
Published online: April 26 2013
x Eating disorders are one of the “great masqueraders” of the twenty-first century. Seemingly healthy young men and women with underlying eating disorders present to emergency departments with a myriad of complaints that are not unique to patients with eating disorders. The challenge for the Emergency Medicine physician is in recognizing that these complaints result from an eating disorder and then understanding the unique pathophysiologic changes inherent to these disorders that should shape management in the emergency department.
Towards a less invasive approach to the early goal-directed treatment of septic shock in the ED Daniele Coen, Francesca Cortellaro, Simone Pasini, Valeria Tombini, Angelica Vaccaro, Lorenzo Montalbetti, Michela Cazzaniga, Daniele Boghi
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2014.02.011
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 32 , Issue 6 ,
Published online: February 19 2014
x Early goal-directed therapy (EGDT) in septic shock defined by Rivers et al was proven to reduce mortality and validated by observational studies. However, criticism is centered in particular on the early requirement of a central venous catheter (CVC) and on central venous pressure (CVP) as an indicator of volume responsiveness. The present study is a pivotal study to investigate the reliability of a less invasive approach, which uses inferior vena cava (IVC) and lung ultrasounds (US) to guide the infusion of fluids and lactate clearance to monitor tissue perfusion.
The use of mechanical ventilation in the ED Benjamin D. Easter, Christopher Fischer, Jonathan Fisher
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2011.09.008
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 30 , Issue 7 ,
Published online: November 21 2011
x Although EDs are responsible for the initial care of critically ill patients and the amount of critical care provided in the ED is increasing, there are few data examining mechanical ventilation (MV) in the ED. In addition, characteristics of ED-based ventilation may affect planning for ventilator shortages during pandemic influenza or bioterrorist events. The study examined the epidemiology of MV in US EDs, including demographic, clinical, and hospital characteristics; indications for MV; ED length of stay (LOS); and in-hospital mortality.
Stove-related injuries treated in EDs in the United States, 1990-2010 Anita Sivam, Lynne M. Rochette, Gary A. Smith
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2013.07.034
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 31 , Issue 11 ,
Published online: September 16 2013
x Household stoves are a common source of injury in the United States.
Swimming injuries treated in US EDs: 1990 to 2008 Katherine A. Pollard, Bethany L. Gottesman, Lynne M. Rochette, Gary A. Smith
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2013.01.028
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 31 , Issue 5 ,
Published online: March 13 2013
x Swimming is one of the most popular recreational activities in the United States. The objective of this study was to investigate the epidemiology of the complete spectrum of injuries associated with swimming and swimming pools treated in US hospital emergency departments.
Cancer diagnosis and outcomes in Michigan EDs vs other settings Veronica Sikka, Joseph P. Ornato
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2010.11.029
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 30 , Issue 2 ,
Published online: January 19 2011
x This study determined the proportion of incident colorectal and lung cancers with a diagnosis associated with an emergency department (ED) visit. The characteristics of these patients and the correlation between diagnosis near an ED visit and stage at diagnosis were also examined.
Persistent left superior vena cava draining into the pulmonary venous system discovered after central venous catheter placement Boris Elison, Daniel Evans, Thomas Zanders, Rebecca Jeanmonod
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2013.12.042
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 32 , Issue 8 ,
Published online: December 30 2013
x A 54-year-old man with septic shock and acute respiratory distress syndrome required central venous access for vasopressor administration. He was found to have a persistent left superior vena cava (PLSVC) after central venous catheter placement in his left internal jugular vein. This anatomical variant usually drains into the coronary sinus. Our patient's PLSVC, however, directly anastomosed to the left superior pulmonary vein, with the catheter tip ending in one of the branches of the lingular vein.
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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0735-6757(14)00043-6
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 32 , Issue 3 ,
Published in issue: March 2014
Kikuchi disease presenting with aseptic meningitis Basem F. Khishfe, Laurie M. Krass, Erik K. Nordquist
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2014.03.029
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 32 , Issue 10 ,
Published online: March 28 2014
x Kikuchi disease is a self-limited disease characterized primarily by regional lymphadenopathy. Kikuchi disease was first described in 1972 as a lymphadenitis with specific histopathologic findings. Extranodal manifestations have been reported, including rare neurologic complications such as aseptic meningitis. This case report discusses a patient who presented to the ED with signs and symptoms suggestive of aseptic meningitis and was ultimately diagnosed with Kikuchi disease. We also review the epidemiology, clinical presentation, and laboratory findings typically found in patients with Kikuchi disease.
Mucormycosis: what emergency physicians need to know? Brit Long, Alex Koyfman
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2015.08.037
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 33 , Issue 12 ,
Published online: August 25 2015
x Mucormycosis is a rare presentation for patients in the emergency department (ED), primarily affecting immunocompromised patients. Multiple forms of infection are present, and with poor prognosis, ED diagnosis and treatment of this deadly condition are necessary.
The pathophysiologies of asphyxial vs dysrhythmic cardiac arrest: implications for resuscitation and post-event management Dimitrios Varvarousis, Giolanda Varvarousi, Nicoletta Iacovidou, Ernesto D'Aloja, Anil Gulati, Theodoros Xanthos
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2015.06.066
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 33 , Issue 9 ,
Published online: July 6 2015
x Cardiac arrest is not a uniform condition and significant heterogeneity exists within all victims with regard to the cause of cardiac arrest. Primary cardiac (dysrhythmic) and asphyxial causes together are responsible for most cases of cardiac arrest at all age groups. The purpose of this article is to review the pathophysiologic differences between dysrhythmic and asphyxial cardiac arrest in the prearrest period, during the no-flow state, and after successful cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Etiology of septic arthritis in children: an update for the new millennium Timothy P. Young, Lee Maas, Andrea W. Thorp, Lance Brown
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2010.04.008
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 29 , Issue 8 ,
Published online: August 5 2010
x We sought to describe the causative organisms and joints involved in cases of pediatric septic arthritis in the post–Haemophilus influenzae type B and post-pneumococcal vaccine age and in the age of increasing infection with community-associated methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (CA-MRSA).
Evaluation of hidden HIV infections in an urban ED with a rapid HIV screening program Yu-Hsiang Hsieh, Gabor D. Kelen, Kaylin J. Beck, Chadd K. Kraus, Judy B. Shahan, Oliver B. Laeyendecker, Thomas C. Quinn, Richard E. Rothman
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2015.10.002
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 34 , Issue 2 ,
Published online: October 8 2015
x To investigate the prevalence of undiagnosed HIV infections in an emergency department (ED) with an established screening program.
Prehospital pain management of injured children: a systematic review of current evidence Nir Samuel, Ivan P. Steiner, Itai Shavit
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2014.12.012
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 33 , Issue 3 ,
Published online: December 18 2014
x Injury is a common cause of acute pain in children. The objective of this study was to analyze the available evidence in prehospital pain management of injured children.
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus colonization is not associated with higher rate of admission to pediatric intensive care unit Mohammed Naeem, Esam Al Banyan, Sardar Tanvir Sindhu
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2012.12.033
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 31 , Issue 4 ,
Published online: February 11 2013
x Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) colonization is consistently rising. The question whether the MRSA colonization places the patients at higher risk, requiring higher levels of care when being admitted, has never been studied. We conducted this study to determine the impact of MRSA colonization status on the required level of care upon admission to hospital.
Dynamic ambulance reallocation for the reduction of ambulance response times using system status management Sean Shao Wei Lam, Ji Zhang, Zhong Cheng Zhang, Hong Choon Oh, Jerry Overton, Yih Yng Ng, Marcus Eng Hock Ong
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2014.10.044
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 33 , Issue 2 ,
Published online: November 8 2014
x Dynamically reassigning ambulance deployment locations throughout a day to balance ambulance availability and demands can be effective in reducing response times. The objectives of this study were to model dynamic ambulance allocation plans in Singapore based on the system status management (SSM) strategy and to evaluate the dynamic deployment plans using a discrete event simulation (DES) model.
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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0735-6757(14)00724-4
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 32 , Issue 11 ,
Published in issue: November 2014
Analysis of risk classification for massive transfusion in severe trauma using the gray zone approach Takayuki Ogura, Minoru Nakano, Yoshimitsu Izawa, Mitsunobu Nakamura, Kenji Fujizuka, Alan T. Lefor
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2015.05.007
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 33 , Issue 9 ,
Published online: May 15 2015
x The Traumatic Bleeding Severity Score (TBSS) was developed to predict the need for massive transfusion (MT). The aim of this study is evaluation of clinical thresholds for activation of a MT protocol using the gray zone approach based on TBSS.
Prevalence of validated risk factors for developing atrial fibrillation—can we identify high-risk ED patients? Tyler W. Barrett, Stephanie A. Couch, Cathy A. Jenkins, Alan B. Storrow
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2011.09.019
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 30 , Issue 8 ,
Published online: November 21 2011
x The aim of this study was to investigate whether emergency department (ED) patients who were newly diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AF) displayed risk factors for incident AF on prior ED visits.
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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0735-6757(12)00628-6
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 31 , Issue 2 ,
Published in issue: February 2013
ED visits for drug-related poisoning in the United States, 2007 Yuxi Xiang, Weiyan Zhao, Huiyun Xiang, Gary A. Smith
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2010.11.031
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 30 , Issue 2 ,
Published online: March 3 2011
x Fatal drug-related poisoning has been well described. However, death data only show the tip of the iceberg of drug-related poisoning as a public health problem. Using the 2007 Nationwide Emergency Department Sample, this study described the characteristics of emergency department visits for drug-related poisoning in the United States.
Cardiac arrest caused by acute intoxication—insight from a registry David Hörburger, Istepan Kurkciyan, Fritz Sterz, Andres Schober, Mathias Stöckl, Peter Stratil, Thomas Uray, Christoph Testori, and others
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2013.07.005
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 31 , Issue 10 ,
Published online: September 9 2013
x The aim of the study was to evaluate the epidemiology and outcome after cardiac arrest caused by intoxication.
Assessment of the Framingham risk factors among ED patients with newly diagnosed atrial fibrillation Tyler W. Barrett, Alan B. Storrow, Cathy A. Jenkins, Frank E. Harrell Jr., John Amdahl, Stephan Russ, Corey M. Slovis, Dawood Darbar
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2010.11.018
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 30 , Issue 1 ,
Published online: January 5 2011
x Atrial fibrillation (AF) is often first diagnosed in the emergency department (ED) and accounts for nearly 1% of all emergency department (ED) visits. Our objective was to assess the Framingham Heart Study risk score for AF development in ED patients with newly diagnosed AF.
Is inadequate human immunodeficiency virus care associated with increased ED and hospital utilization? A prospective study in human immunodeficiency virus–positive ED patients T. Rinda Soong, Julianna J. Jung, Gabor D. Kelen, Richard E. Rothman, Avanthi Burah, Judy B. Shahan, Yu-Hsiang Hsieh
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2011.11.020
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 30 , Issue 8 ,
Published online: January 13 2012
x There is a lack of data on the effect(s) of suboptimal human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) care on subsequent health care utilization among emergency department (ED) patients with HIV. Findings on their ED and inpatient care utilization patterns will provide information on service provision for those who have suboptimal access to HIV-related care.
An example of extreme cardiology: chest pain on the high seas and helicoptered medical evacuations: The French Navy experience Ulric Vinsonneau, Christiane Cavel, Christophe Bombert, Laurent Lely, Nicolas Paleiron, Claude Vergez-Larrouget, Jean-Christophe Cornily, Philippe Castellant, and others
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2011.10.013
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 30 , Issue 8 ,
Published online: December 28 2011
x Medicalized high sea rescue is very different from prehospital medical evacuation. It requires specifically trained medical teams because the difficulties are marine, aerial, and medically related. The French Navy provides medical evacuations by helicopter on the Atlantic coast, up to 320 km offshore and under all weather conditions. The epidemiology of acute chest pain in the high seas has been poorly described. Therefore, in this retrospective study, we aimed to assess the prevalence and constraints found in the management of these emergencies.
Life-threatening hypocalcemia associated with denosumab in a patient with moderate renal insufficiency Patompong Ungprasert, Wisit Cheungpasitporn, Narat Srivali, Wonngarm Kittanamongkolchai, Edward F. Bischof
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2012.11.011
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 31 , Issue 4 ,
Published online: February 11 2013
x Denosumab, a human monoclonal antibody to the receptor activator of nuclear factor-κ B ligand, is a novel therapy to osteoporotic fracture and skeletal-related events in patients with bone metastases. Hypocalcemia is its known adverse effect, although it is generally mild and transient and usually occurs in patients with severe chronic kidney disease or end-stage renal disease. We reported a case 61-year-old woman who received a single dose of denosumab and developed severe symptomatic hypocalcemia associated with prolong QTc interval requiring hospitalization for intravenous calcium.
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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0735-6757(11)00448-7
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 29 , Issue 9 ,
Published in issue: November 2011
Nonskeletal cervical spine injuries; epidemiology and diagnostic pitfalls: Demetriades D, Charalambides K, Chahwan S, et al. J Trauma 2000;48:724–727.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0735-6757(01)80155-8
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 19 , Issue 5 ,
Published in issue: September 2001
Clinical epidemiology and biostatistics—a primer for clinical investigators and decision-makers: Michael S. Kramer. Springer-Verlag, 1991 Bernard L Lopez
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0735-6757(95)90258-9
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 13 , Issue 1 ,
Published in issue: January 1995
Changing epidemiology and management of infectious diseases in US EDs Amir M. Mohareb, Andrea F. Dugas, Yu-Hsiang Hsieh
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2016.03.024
Publication stage: In Press Corrected Proof
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine
Published online: March 11 2016
x The rise of antibiotic-resistant pathogens is believed to have influenced the emergency department (ED) epidemiology and management of infectious diseases (IDs) since 2000.
Aortic dissection Andrzej T Dmowski, Martin J Carey
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0735-6757(99)90090-6
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 17 , Issue 4 ,
Published in issue: July 1999
x The presentation of aortic dissection in the emergency department may be more subtle than the classic description of a shocked patient with “ripping” chest pain. The epidemiology, variation in presentation, investigation, and management of aortic dissection are reviewed.
Human rabies: A review Robert H. Baevsky, Joel M. Bartfield
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0735-6757(93)90142-X
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 11 , Issue 3 ,
Published in issue: May 1993
x Human rabies is a rarely observed but frequently prophylaxed disease in North America. Presented in this review is a typical emergency department case and a summary of the epidemiology of the rabies virus, its clinical appearances, diagnosis, and management. Emphasis is placed on issues pertinent to the emergency physician practicing in the United States. Current recommendations for the administration of both active and passive immunotherapy for preexposure and postexposure prophylaxis are discussed.
Initiating a surveillance system for childhood injuries Douglas A. Boenning
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0735-6757(88)90160-X
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 6 , Issue 4 ,
Published in issue: July 1988
x Important considerations in establishing a surveillance system for pediatric injuries are described. At the start of surveillance, issues such as the purpose of the surveillance project, preferred methods for gathering information, optimum sites, appropriate populations, and requirements for data storage and analysis should be addressed. Since the epidemiology of childhood injuries is different from adult patterns, some specific challenges of pediatric injury surveillance are highlighted.
