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This article focuses on the appropriate empiric treatments for tattoo-related complications in the emergency department.
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A mechanical circulatory support (MCS) device is a surgical option for patients who have had unsuccessful experiences with optimal medical therapies for advanced heart failure. These therapies ideally
EMRA is pleased to welcome the newest members to the EMRA Board of Directors: Blake Denley, MD, president; David Wilson, MD, president-elect; Jacob Altholz, MD, vice speaker of the council; Joe-Ann Mo
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Pediatric GI bleeding is a somewhat uncommon presentation to the emergency department. Disposition is critical for the pediatric patient with a suspected GI bleed. In the unwell-appearing child regard
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Emergency physicians should maintain a high degree of suspicion for anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis (ANMDARE) and ovarian teratomas in young female patients presenting acutely with psychiatric symptom
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Understanding basic terminology, health disparities, and ED-specific concerns relevant to LGBTQIA+ patients is a timely and urgent task for emergency physicians. Studies have shown that provider incom
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Depression and suicidality are common presenting complaints in the ED and require vast resources to fully evaluate, treat, and determine appropriate dispositions for patients. Our case illustrates how
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There is no shortage of literature supporting the role of ECMO in acute coronary syndrome, sepsis, acute respiratory distress syndrome, cardiac arrest, pulmonary embolism, traumatic pulmonary contusio
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A 74-year-old male with a PMH of HTN, CKD, and HFpEF presents with exertional weakness and near-syncope for the past 2 days. What is your interpretation of his ECG?
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Valacyclovir-associated neurotoxicity (VAN) is a relatively rare phenomenon. This case report details a unique presentation of VAN in a hemodialysis-dependent patient. It underscores the importance of