Ultrasonography of jugular vein as a marker of hypovolemia in healthy volunteers Erden Erol Unluer, Pinar Hanife Kara
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2012.07.003
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 31 , Issue 1 ,
Published online: September 13 2012
x Our aim in this study was to use ultrasonography of internal jugular vein (IJV) instead of visual estimation by eye and to get more precise estimation of central venous pressure at supine position for estimating blood loss in healthy volunteers.
Hollow organ perforation in blunt abdominal trauma: the role of diagnostic peritoneal lavage Yu-Chun Wang, Chi-Hsun Hsieh, Chih-Yuan Fu, Chun-Chieh Yeh, Shih-Chi Wu, Ray-Jade Chen
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2011.02.014
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 30 , Issue 4 ,
Published online: May 13 2011
x With recent advances in radiologic diagnostic procedures, the use of diagnostic peritoneal lavage (DPL) has markedly declined. In this study, we reviewed data to reevaluate the role of DPL in the diagnosis of hollow organ perforation in patients with blunt abdominal trauma.
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.
Role of inferior vena cava diameter in assessment of volume status: a meta-analysis Agarwal Dipti, Zachary Soucy, Alok Surana, Subhash Chandra
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2011.10.017
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 30 , Issue 8 ,
Published online: January 5 2012
x Hypovolemic shock is an important cause of death in the emergency department (ED). We sought to conduct a meta-analysis to quantify existing evidence on sonographic measurement of inferior vena cava (IVC) diameter in assessing of volume status adult ED patients.
The orthopedic literature 2011 Daniel L. Lemkin, Michael C. Bond, William J. Brady
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2012.04.020
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 30 , Issue 7 ,
Published online: July 16 2012
x Wakai A, O'Sullivan R, McCabe A. Intra-articular lignocaine versus intravenous analgesia with or without sedation for manual reduction of acute anterior shoulder dislocation in adults. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2011;(4):CD004919.
EZ-IO in the ED: an observational, prospective study comparing flow rates with proximal and distal tibia intraosseous access in adults Boon Kiat Kenneth Tan, Stephanie Chong, Zhi Xiong Koh, Marcus Eng Hock Ong
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2011.10.025
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 30 , Issue 8 ,
Published online: January 13 2012
x Intraosseous (IO) access is an important alternative to conventional intravenous access when intravenous access is difficult.
Imported malaria: an update Eric J. Nilles, Paul M. Arguin
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2011.06.016
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 30 , Issue 6 ,
Published online: September 12 2011
x Evidence suggests that imported malaria is a diagnostic challenge with initial misdiagnosis rates of 40% or greater. Given that prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment are the only intervention proven to prevent progression to severe malaria and death, these figures are concerning. The purpose of this clinical review is to provide the most up-to-date and practical information on the diagnosis and treatment of imported malaria for the emergency health care provider. We highlight common pitfalls, errors, and mistakes in arriving at the correct diagnosis.
Outcome analysis of cardiac arrest due to hanging injury Jung Hee Wee, Kyu Nam Park, Sang Hoon Oh, Chun Song Youn, Han Joon Kim, Seung Pill Choi
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2011.03.013
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 30 , Issue 5 ,
Published online: June 6 2011
x The aim of this study was to review patient characteristics and analyze the outcomes in patients who have had cardiac arrest from hanging injuries.
Respiratory emergencies: By Sawicka EH, Branthwaite MA. Stoneham, MA, Butterworths, 1987, 88 pages. ISBN 0-407-00861-6, $22.95 Marc S. Nelson
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0735-6757(88)90274-4
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 6 , Issue 5 ,
Published in issue: September 1988
Respiratory failure as an index of severity for paraquat poisoning : Suzuki K, Nishina M, Odagiri T, et al. Jpn J Acute Med 1986;10:989–993
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0735-6757(87)90101-X
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 5 , Issue 2 ,
Published in issue: March 1987
Shock and the adult respiratory distress syndrome: By Kox W, Bihari D (eds). London, Springer-Verlag, 1988, 234 pages. ISBN 3-540-17484-2. $41.00 James T. Sturm
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0735-6757(89)90107-1
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 7 , Issue 1 ,
Published in issue: January 1989
Aggressive use of CPAP in the management of respiratory failure following laparotomy : Takino M, Shibagaki K, Kimura T, et al. Jpn J Acute Med 1989; 13:209–216
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0735-6757(89)90262-3
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 7 , Issue 5 ,
Published in issue: September 1989
Pediatric respiratory arrest due to a pedunculated laryngealpolyp Colleen Kelley
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1053/ajem.2000.16305
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 18 , Issue 7 ,
Published in issue: November 2000
x Evaluation of an infant for the cause of respiratory distress can be very difficult. This is a case report of a previously healthy 3-month-old child who succumbed to a respiratory arrest caused by a solitary pedunculated laryngeal polyp.
Fluid and respiratory management of hemorrhagic shock patients suffering from pelvic fractures : Yano M, Nishiyama H, Sakurai S, et al: Jpn J Acute Med 1988; 12: 609–617
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0735-6757(88)90115-5
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 6 , Issue 6 ,
Published in issue: November 1988
Hemodynamic and respiratory response urinary tripsin inhibitor of septic shock patients : H. Suzuki, T. Kondo, S. Shimazaki. Jpn J Acute Med 1985;9:357–362
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0735-6757(85)90067-1
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 3 , Issue 4 ,
Published in issue: July 1985
Respiratory depression after accidental risperidone overdose Sahir Rassam, R. Srinivasa
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1053/ajem.2002.34956
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 20 , Issue 6 ,
Published in issue: October 2002
x —A 72-year-old white woman was found unconscious, hypotensive (blood pressure [BP] 80/55mmHg), and hypothermic with a temperature of 30°C in a nursing home. On admission to hospital the reported Glasgow coma scale (GCS) was 3/15. During the last 3 days before collapse, the patient noticed to be lethargic, unwilling to eat, and less responsive. Her past medical history revealed irritable bowel syndrome, mild hypertension, and long-term schizophrenia. Her usual medications were: nifedipine, bendrofluazide, procyclidine, feospan, lactulose and risperidone (6mg/day).
R = 20: bias in the reporting of respiratory rates Shivani Gupta, Chris Gennings, Richard P. Wenzel
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2007.05.001
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 26 , Issue 2 ,
Published in issue: February 2008
x The respiratory rate is a valuable component of patients' vital signs. Abnormal rates may indicate direct cardiopulmonary diseases, adverse responses to drugs, and compensating responses to acid-base abnormalities. Furthermore, a rate of more than 20 is 1 of the 4 defined criteria for systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS). The other 3 SIRS criteria include a temperature higher than 38°C or lower than 36°C; pulse of more than 90/min; and a white blood cell count of more than 12 × 109 /L, less than 4 × 109 /L, or with more than 10% bands [1].
Respiratory arrest after intramuscular ketamine in a 2-year-old child Russell K Mitchell, Shaheed I Koury, C.Keith Stone
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0735-6757(96)90105-9
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 14 , Issue 6 ,
Published in issue: October 1996
Should epinephrine be administered exclusively by the endotracheal route in respiratory arrest secondary to asthma? Joseph B Leibman
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0735-6757(97)90071-1
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 15 , Issue 1 ,
Published in issue: January 1997
A primary respiratory vs cardiac problem in a child—pediatric myocarditis Paul J. Allegretti, James P. Leonard, Jeffrey S. Bzdusek
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2005.10.022
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine , Vol. 24 , Issue 3 ,
Published in issue: May 2006
x An 11-year-old boy presented to the emergency department with severe shortness of breath. He had upper respiratory symptoms with worsening shortness of breath for the past week. His asthma medication had become ineffective. The fire department interpreted his rhythm strip as supraventricular tachycardia (SVT). Adenosine was given with no response.
