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EM Diagnostics - Foot and Ankle Injuries
Ever have a patient present with foot or ankle pain? In case you have, here is a refresher on the radiographic anatomy of the foot as well as the test characteristics and viability of the use of the Ottawa Rules in the ED setting by Dr. Golden.
EM Diagnostics: Pleural Fluid and Ascitic Fluid Analysis
Paracentesis and thoracentesis are relatively common procedures in the Emergency Department but the analysis of the fluid can always but a touch confusing. In this post, PGY-1 Dr. Michael Klaszky walks us through the analysis of pleural fluid and ascitic fluid.
How Stuff Works: The Renal Panel Edition
Have you ever wondered what is actually being measured when you order a renal panel/BMP/serum electrolytes? Well grab your nearest pumpkin spice latte and put your Gilmore Girls Netflix binge on pause because we are about to get a little basic . . . science!