All dialysis patients require some form of vascular access and unfortunately, complications such as bleeding may occur. This is a brief overview of the bleeding complications that may occur in the dialysis patient. Patient evaluation, workup and treatment regimens are discussed.
The Dialysis Patient: Managing Fistula Complications in the Emergency Department Read More »
As trainees I think it is beaten into our heads that all males over the age of 50 with new onset hematuria and flank pain should also be screened for AAA. One thing that is not so much beaten into our heads is how we still have to take hematuria and or hematochezia seriously in these same patients even after they receive endovascular repair. There are many complications that can occur from having an aortic graft placed, but for the purpose of this article let’s focus on Aortoenteric fistula and Endoleaks.
Abdominal Vascular Graft Complications Read More »
The transient ischemic attack (TIA) places patients at high risk for future stroke. This article reviews the current literature on the diagnosis, management and disposition of patients with TIA. The use of observation and TIA clinics is also discussed.
Hand and digital wound bleeding should be managed with hemorrhage control, an adequate exam and proper treatment. There are many tools to help manage bleeding and allow for an adequate exam. Using a topical analgesic such as lidocaine, can be helpful with pain control. The addition of epinephrine to a topical analgesic in hand and digital wounds may not be as scary as once thought and may be considered to help with hemorrhage control in certain wounds.
Bleeding Hand Wounds Read More »
Are there any tests that can help you with Giant Cell Arteritis?
Can Giant Cell Arteritis Be Ruled Out in the ED? Read More »
Clinical pearls and pitfalls when it comes to Acute Limb Ischemia (ALI), which is one true vascular emergency that carries a significant morbidity and mortality risk.
Acute Limb Ischemia: Pearls and Pitfalls Read More »
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Peripheral Vascular Injury Management Read More »
