Emergency Medicine
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Regular drinking a greater AFib risk than binge drinking
Regular drinking may increase the risk of AFib more than binge drinking does.
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Global blood supply runs low
Worldwide, more than 60% of countries had an inadequate supply of blood to meet the demand for transfusion.
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New consensus recommendations on bleeding in acquired hemophilia
The key areas addressed in the global expert consensus statement include the initial management of bleeding and management of location-specific...
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Firearm-related deaths show recent increase
Mortality from suicides and homicides began to rise in 2015.
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Novel research aims to improve ED care in sickle cell disease
Researchers are testing the best acute pain management strategies to respond to a vasoocclusive crisis.
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Early infusion of mononuclear cells may benefit stroke patients
Well-designed RCTs are needed to further assess safety and efficacy of the approach.
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Peanut allergy pill gets thumbs-up from FDA advisory panel
The approval of Palforzia is on condition that a black-box warning and medication guide are included in the packaging.
FDA/CDC
FDA issues warning for CDK 4/6 inhibitors
In a review of trials and postmarket safety databases, the FDA found there were reports of serious cases of pneumonitis, including fatalities,...
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Older IBD patients are most at risk of postdischarge VTE
Readmission for venous thromboembolism in patients with inflammatory bowel diseases most often occurs within 60 days of discharge.
Conference Coverage
Intranasal midazolam as first line for status epilepticus
BANGKOK – “Time is brain,” said Dr. Lara Kay.