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View article: Diagnostic and therapeutic considerations in cases of civilian intravascular ballistic embolism: a review of case reports
Diagnostic and therapeutic considerations in cases of civilian intravascular ballistic embolism: a review of case reports Open
Background Ballistic embolism (BE) is a rare complication of firearm injuries notoriously associated with a vexing clinical picture in the trauma bay. Unless considered early, the associated confusion can lead to needless delay in the mana…
View article: Futility in acute care surgery: first do no harm
Futility in acute care surgery: first do no harm Open
The consequences of the delivery of futile or potentially ineffective medical care and interventions are devastating on the healthcare system, our patients and their families, and healthcare providers. In emergency situations in particular…
View article: A Comprehensive Spinal Cord Injury Treatment Protocol Improves Outcomes and Decreases Complications
A Comprehensive Spinal Cord Injury Treatment Protocol Improves Outcomes and Decreases Complications Open
Background Spinal cord injury (SCI) is a devastating event with a complicated recovery. Through the use of an interdisciplinary team a comprehensive care plan was developed, utilizing all available best practices, to prevent secondary comp…
View article: 170 Social and Environmental Benefits of Virtual Fracture Clinics in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery: Reduced Patient Travel Time, Patient Cost and Air Pollutant Emissions
170 Social and Environmental Benefits of Virtual Fracture Clinics in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery: Reduced Patient Travel Time, Patient Cost and Air Pollutant Emissions Open
Aim Several papers have analysed the clinical benefits and safety of Virtual Fracture Clinics (VFCs). A significant increase in the use of Trauma and Orthopaedic (T&O) VFCs was seen during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aims to investig…
View article: Traumatic spinal cord injury in West Virginia: Disparities by insurance and discharge disposition from an acute care hospital
Traumatic spinal cord injury in West Virginia: Disparities by insurance and discharge disposition from an acute care hospital Open
Context: Medicaid has been linked to worse outcomes in a variety of diagnoses such as lung cancer, uterine cancer, and cardiac valve procedures. It has furthermore been linked to the reduced health-related quality of life outcomes after tr…