Thoracic hyperextension injury with complete “bony disruption” of the thoracic cage: Case report of a potentially life-threatening injury [PDF]
James R. Bailey +6 more
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ABSTRACT Background Variations in the anatomical branching patterns of the celiac trunk and superior mesenteric artery (SMA) directly affect vascular identification, surgical planning, and risk of intraoperative vascular injury. However, despite the extensive classification of these variations, the principles governing the occurrence of certain ...
Satoru Muro +2 more
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Letter to the Editor Coccolini F, Cremonini C, Moore EE, Civil I, Balogh Z, Leppaniemi A, Horer T, Reva V, Ball C, Kirkpatrick AW, Colli A. Thoracic trauma WSES-AAST guidelines. World Journal of Emergency Surgery. 2025 Oct 15;20(1):78. [PDF]
Kesgin YM.
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Streamlining antibiotic use in community acquired pneumonia: A quality improvement initiative
Abstract Background Evidence suggests a 3‐day total duration and early transition to oral therapy is safe in hospitalized patients with community acquired pneumonia (CAP)—though such care is not standard in the United States. To implement these evidence‐based practices, a multidisciplinary group led by a hospitalist and antimicrobial stewardship ...
Claire E. Ciarkowski +6 more
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When Minor Falls Are Overlooked in the Elderly: A Case Report of Vertebral Compression Fractures and Chronic Diaphragmatic Hernia. [PDF]
Massoud NA, Alashkar AH.
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Things We Do for No Reason™: Prescribing gabapentinoids for pain
Abstract Gabapentin and pregabalin are among the most frequently prescribed medications in the United States, with gabapentin in the top 10 and pregabalin in the top 100. Despite FDA approval for only select neuropathic conditions, most use is for off‐label pain indications.
Niti G. Patel +4 more
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Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Repair of an Iatrogenic Innominate Arterial Injury. [PDF]
Wang X, Sun Z, Fu Y, Zhao X.
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Abstract Background The incarcerated population in the United States is underserved and aging rapidly; there is a dearth of information regarding their health, including hospital care. Epidemiological information is crucial to guide policymakers’ planning.
Farah Acher Kaiksow +5 more
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Imaging Pathways in Pediatric Thoracic Trauma: FAST-First Triage and Selective CT Escalation in Clinical Practice. [PDF]
Iacob ER +9 more
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Patient Dose Optimisation of Abdominopelvic Protocols During X‐Ray Imaging
This study evaluates organ doses in abdominopelvic radiography for both erect and supine positions, addressing dose optimisation concerns in Ghana. Using CalDose X and thermoluminescence dosimeters, organ doses and image quality were analysed, revealing significant dose reductions with optimised exposure parameters (70 kVp, 10 mAs, 110 cm FDD).
Emmanuel Ekem‐Ferguson +3 more
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