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Syncope

Relying on the most current literature, this article discusses the causes of syncope and syncope mimics, provides the best practice evaluation strategies, and will refamiliarize emergency physicians with current state-of-the-art practices regarding syncope risk stratification guidelines.

Subarachnoid Hemorrhage and Intracranial Hemorrhage

Time is of the essence in management of intracranial hemorrhage and subarachnoid hemorrhage. The longer it takes to make the diagnosis and initiate treatment, whether it is surgical intervention or simply aggressive primary stabilization, the greater the risk to the patient regarding both morbidity and mortality.

Tickborne Illnesses

Blood-feeding ticks can transmit a wide variety of pathogens to people, which can result in significant infection and morbidity. During the past 10 years, the incidence of these diseases has increased rapidly, and the geographical regions where they occur has expanded. Recognizing symptoms that often are nonspecific and initiating appropriate treatment are critical to patient outcomes.

Update on the Management of Hypertension in the Emergency Department

This article will provide emergency physicians with a roadmap to help navigate the evaluation and management of hypertension in the emergency department.

Trauma Mythology: Looking Beyond the ABCD and ATLS

This article examines some commonly held assumptions related to the emergency care and stabilization of trauma patients. It provides the practicing clinician with information needed to inform important clinical decisions about spinal immobilization, thromboelastography, direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs), and the Focused Abdominal Sonography in Trauma (FAST) exam.

Chronic Abdominal Pain Disorders: Chronic Pancreatitis and Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome

It is important for emergency providers to understand the pathophysiology and management of chronic abdominal pain disorders. This article will review two common chronic abdominal pain disorders encountered in the ED: chronic pancreatitis and cyclic vomiting syndrome.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

The term pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) describes a compilation of infections that arise from an ascending infection of the vagina or cervix to the upper genital tract, which is comprised of the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. These infections include, either alone or in combination, tubo-ovarian abscess, salpingitis, endometritis, and peritonitis. This article provides an evidence-based review of diagnostic and treatment recommendations for PID.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Emergency Medicine

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO₂) is a treatment modality that can be used in the emergent management of a number of life-threatening conditions. This article will review the mechanisms, indications, and future directions of HBO₂ specific to the field of emergency medicine.

The Evaluation of the Dizzy Patient

Dizziness is a common complaint among emergency department patients. Emergency providers need to differentiate benign from serious causes.

Does This Older Patient Have a Spinal Fracture? Evaluation and Management of Spinal Fractures in Older Adults

Older adults present unique challenges for the clinician. Missing a spinal fracture can have devastating consequences for this more fragile population. The authors review the clinical presentation, injury patterns, and unique considerations for imaging and management of spinal fractures in older adults.