Jonathan B. Ford
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View article: 2370. Dalbavancin Use in Emergency Department and Observation Unit to Prevent Inpatient Admission for Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infection (ABSSI)
2370. Dalbavancin Use in Emergency Department and Observation Unit to Prevent Inpatient Admission for Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infection (ABSSI) Open
BACKGROUND: ABSSSIs are a common cause of hospitalization. Dalbavancin (DBV) is a lipoglycopeptide antibiotic approved as a single 1,500 mg intravenous (IV) dose for the treatment of patients with ABSSSI. DBV offers a unique opportunity fo…
View article: Transaminase and Creatine Kinase Ratios for Differentiating Delayed Acetaminophen Overdose from Rhabdomyolysis
Transaminase and Creatine Kinase Ratios for Differentiating Delayed Acetaminophen Overdose from Rhabdomyolysis Open
AST/ALT, CK/AST and CK/ALT ratios are significantly larger in rhabdomyolysis when compared to patients with acetaminophen toxicity. This result suggests that the ratios could be used to identify patients with rhabdomyolysis who otherwise m…
View article: Fatal Fentanyl: One Pill Can Kill
Fatal Fentanyl: One Pill Can Kill Open
Objective The current national opioid epidemic is a public health emergency. We have identified an outbreak of exaggerated opioid toxicity caused by fentanyl adulterated tablets purchased on the street as hydrocodone/acetaminophen. Methods…