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Spinal Trauma
Spinal trauma is relatively uncommon in children. However, spinal injuries should be considered in all children who have sustained head or neck trauma or multiple severe injuries. Upper cervical spine injury (C1-C4) is more common in children < 8 years of age.
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Neurologic Trauma
Head injury is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in children. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates there are more than 7000 pediatric deaths annually. In addition, nearly 40% of all trauma-related deaths in children are secondary to traumatic brain injury (TBI).
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Pediatric Major Trauma
Trauma is the leading cause of childhood morbidity and mortality. In the United States, more children > 1 year of age die as a result of trauma than from all other causes combined.
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Macrosomia
Previous Alerts have touched on the relationship between big babies and big problems, such as birth injury, infant/childhood obesity, and diabetes. This special feature is designed to provide a more comprehensive look at the causes, risks, prediction, management, and prevention of macrosomia.
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Mammograms: The Cost of Overdiagnosis
In the United States, the costs associated with the management of false-positive mammograms and breast cancer overdiagnosis is estimated to be $4 billion each year.
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Are We Ready to Give Up the Pap Smear?
A review of the ATHENA trial, which evaluated the prevalence of hrHPV in a large cohort of women and evaluated the most sensitive screening strategy.
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Isotretinoin and Contraception: Should iPLEDGE Be Changed?
In this study of female dermatologic patients, knowledge of the typical effectiveness of contraceptive methods increased after viewing a simple information sheet. Given the teratogenicity of isotretinoin, expanding the use of highly effective contraceptive methods among women of child-bearing potential using this medication is essential.
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Intussusception and Midgut Volvulus
MONOGRAPH: It is imperative for ED physicians to differentiate children with life-threatening pathology requiring immediate intervention from the rest.
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This Documentation Can Strengthen the Defense of ED Wound Care Claims
Despite the routine nature of wound care in EDs, many wounds are initially managed inappropriately, and can result in significant complications and mortality.
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Should EP Defendant Reject Malpractice Attorney Assigned By Carrier?
The nuances of trial and of medical malpractice defense vary by state. Here's what to look for in an attorney.