When a critically injured patient is admitted to the hospital, how much supplemental oxygen should they receive? New research published this week in JAMA Network Open led by investigators at the University of Colorado School of Medicine suggests it’s often less than the current standard. “The idea has traditionally been that severe trauma causes stress to patients’ bodies, and we want … Read more
Diabetic ketoacidosis is a common severe complication of diabetes, which develops when the body can’t produce enough insulin. During DKA the body starts breaking down fat, causing a buildup of acids in the bloodstream. The symptoms often include thirst, weakness, nausea and confusion. Concerningly, this condition accounts for more than 500,000 hospital days per year, … Read more
A breakthrough in medical technology played a crucial role in saving the life of hospital analyst Sara Adair, who suffered a sudden and life-threatening aortic dissection. The device in question was an iPhone ultrasound probe, which enabled doctors to make a rapid and accurate diagnosis in a critical moment, reported CBS News. Adair, a mother … Read more
Letter to the Editor Open access Published: 17 March 2025 De-Chao Feng ORCID: orcid.org/0000-0002-8267-99201,2,3 na1, Deng-Xiong Li1 na1, Rui-Cheng Wu1,2 na1, Jie Wang1 na1, Yu-Han Xiao1, Koo Han Yoo4, Xing Ye5, Wu-Ran Wei1, De-Pei Kong1 & … Zhou-Ting Tuo6 Show authors Military Medical Research volume 12, Article number: 12 (2025) Cite this article … Source link
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Choi Y, Lee KY, Kim SH, Kim KA, Hwang BH, Choo EH, Lim S, Kim CJ, Kim JJ, Byeon J, et al. Predictors for early cardiac death after discharge from successfully treated acute myocardial infarction. Front Med (Lausanne). 2023;10:1165400. Article PubMed Google Scholar Dreyer RP, Arakaki A, Raparelli V, Murphy TE, Tsang SW, D’Onofrio G, … Read more
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A man in his 50s with a transient psychotic disorder attempted suicide by ingesting sodium hypochlorite and inhaling pyrethroid insecticide after covering his head with a nylon bag and spraying the insecticide inside. He was found by his family members and transported to our hospital. On his arrival at our emergency department, his airway was … Read more
Researchers have long known that patients who leave emergency departments before medically advised use more emergency care services, are more likely to be readmitted to the hospital and face higher costs of care-as well as increased mortality rates. Until now, however, little has been known about national, multi-year trends, including the impact of the COVID-19 … Read more