Practical Summaries in Acute Care Archives – April 1, 2005
April 1, 2005
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Large Trial Examines Effect of Reviparin on Morbidity and Mortality in Acute MI
In this large, randomized, double-blind, international clinical trial, investigators sought to evaluate the effect of reviparin (a LMWH similar to enoxaparin) on mortality, reinfarction, recurrent ischemia, stroke, and bleeding at seven and 30 days after STEMI. -
Are Chest Compression Rates Adequate During CPR?
This study from three hospitals in the Chicago area measured chest compression rates during in-hospital cardiac arrests to determine compliance with published international CPR guidelines (100 compressions per minute are recommended). -
Spinal Epidural Abscess — Is Drainage Required?
Researchers reviewed the management of 60 episodes of spinal epidural abscess in 57 patients seen during a 14-year period ending in 2002. -
Seldinger vs Surgical Approach to Emergency Cricothyroidotomy in Cadaver Models
The purpose of this study was to compare the proficiency of emergency physicians in the performance of Seldinger and surgical approaches to cricothyroidotomy using a human cadaver model. -
Special Feature: Arachnophobia in the ED
This commentary will look at the differential diagnoses of boils, furuncles, and skin infections and the pitfalls of ignoring the presence of truly prevalent conditions. -
ECG Review: A CVA to be Anticoagulated?
The electrocardiogram and rhythm strip in the figure were obtained from an elderly woman admitted for an acute stroke. Her neurologic deficit was not progressing, and she was clinically stable at the time of admission to the hospital. There was no history of smoking. The computer interpreted her rhythm as atrial fibrillation. Do you agree? Should the patient be anticoagulated?