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Traumatic Shoulder Injuries
Traumatic shoulder injuries are a frequent challenge in the emergency department, often affecting active, otherwise healthy patients. Because the shoulder’s intricate anatomy is vulnerable to a wide range of injuries—from fractures and dislocations to soft‑tissue and neurovascular compromise—timely recognition is essential to prevent long‑term dysfunction. In this installment, Dr. Sindelar outlines the key presentations, diagnostic considerations, and management strategies for acute shoulder trauma.
Diagnostics: Accidental Hypothermia
It’s the time of year where people go outside and… get cold. Sometimes much much too cold. Join Dr. Geels for a bottom-up review of hypothermia, both its recognition and management in the ED setting.
Ovarian Emergencies: Adnexal Ectopic Pregnancy
Ectopic pregnancy represents one of the most urgent gynecologic emergencies encountered in the ED. Though relatively uncommon, the consequences can be life‑threatening if not recognized quickly. Because symptoms often mimic other causes of acute pelvic pain, clinicians must maintain a high index of suspicion to avoid delays in diagnosis. Prompt management is essential to reduce morbidity and preserve future fertility. In this second installment of ovarian emergencies, Dr. Bannister reviews the critical features of ectopic pregnancy, its diagnostic challenges, and the strategies for timely intervention.