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Effects of a novel acetaminophen analog on cardiorespiratory compensatory responses and survival in a male rat model of traumatic hemorrhage

open access: yesPhysiological Reports
When pain is associated with traumatic hemorrhage, medics must be concerned about secondary effects of analgesics on cardiorespiratory systems. A novel analog of acetaminophen, D‐112, was developed to circumvent liver toxicity and improve analgesic ...
Miryam M. Pando   +10 more
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Declaring futility after traumatic injury and the burden of failure on the surgeon. [PDF]

open access: yesTransfusion
Abstract In this edition of the THOR supplement in Transfusion, there are two articles that deal with resuscitation futility and transfusion. In one article, Yazer et al. delve into the details of the studies outlined in this editorial and summarize the literature on the topic of transfusion and futility. The second article by Dr.
Gent JV, Cotton BA.
europepmc   +2 more sources

Thermal Damage to the Skin From 5.6 GHz Microwave Exposures in Swine. [PDF]

open access: yesBioelectromagnetics
ABSTRACT A study of burn thresholds from superficially penetrating radio‐frequency (RF) energy at 5.6 GHz for swine skin was conducted. The study estimated the thresholds for superficial, partial‐thickness, and full‐thickness burn severities after 20 s of exposure at power densities of 4–8 W/cm2. Biopsies were collected from each burn site at 1, 24, 72,
Parker JE   +7 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

Outcomes in austere trauma care: An analysis of patients transferred from scene compared to inter-hospital transfers. [PDF]

open access: yesTransfusion
Abstract Background Rapid access to surgical care has demonstrated a survival benefit in trauma. We sought to describe a state's trauma system with a single Level one trauma center. Study Design and Methods All available trauma encounters from 2015 to 2023 were classified as direct from scene and transfer cohorts.
Fisher AD   +6 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

Current Practice Patterns in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Among Fellowship-Trained Military Orthopaedic Surgeons

open access: yesArthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation, 2020
Purpose: To evaluate current practice patterns in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) surgery among fellowship-trained military surgeons. Methods: The MOTION database is a prospectively collected dataset of intraoperative variables across ...
Thomas B. Lynch, M.D.   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

Early identification of sepsis in burn patients using compensatory reserve measurement: A prospective case series study

open access: yesBurns Open, 2022
Background: Early identification of sepsis can be lifesaving, but current diagnostic approaches rely on standard vital signs and biochemistry analyses that delay recognition.
Victor A. Convertino   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Clearance of blood stream infections in patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: a retrospective single-center cohort study

open access: yesBMC Infectious Diseases, 2023
Background There are limited data on the treatment of blood stream infections (BSIs) in patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Current guidance recommends documenting clearance only in fungal and Gram-positive BSIs.
Stone A. Frankford   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effects of Intraosseous Tibial vs. Intravenous Vasopressin in a Hypovolemic Cardiac Arrest Model

open access: yesWestern Journal of Emergency Medicine, 2016
Introduction: This study compared the effects of vasopressin via tibial intraosseous (IO) and intravenous (IV) routes on maximum plasma concentration (Cmax), the time to maximum concentration (Tmax), return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC), and time ...
Justin Fulkerson, MSN   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effect of a pulmonary nodule fact sheet on patient anxiety and knowledge: a quality improvement initiative

open access: yesBMJ Open Quality, 2018
Introduction The utilisation of chest CT for the evaluation of pulmonary disorders, including low-dose CT for lung cancer screening, is increasing in the USA.
Matthew T Koroscil   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Clostridioides difficile-Associated Atypical Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome Successfully Treated With Eculizumab: A Case Report and Literature Review

open access: yesCritical Care Explorations, 2021
BACKGROUND:. Clostridioides difficile infection is a rare precipitant for patients to develop atypical hemolytic-uremic syndrome, of which the pathogenesis remains unclear. Previous reports suggest activation of cytokine storm from binding of cyotoxins A
Michael N. Moulton, DO   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

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