LITFL Update 048
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Nail bed repair: a deceptively simple injury that can lead to permanent nail deformity if not managed carefully. As always, we’ve reviewed the evidence and translated it into practical bedside guidance.
In Part 1, we dismantled the lie. In Part 2 of The Illusion of Perfection, we build something better. Mistakes aren’t the problem—it’s the silence that follows, and this post shows how to mount a rebellion against it.
Fifth disease: also known as erythema infectiosum, is a mild, self-limited exanthematous illness caused by Parvovirus B19. Clinical manifestations, differential diagnosis, treatment, history, and more.
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Measuring patient haemodynamics is part of our daily practice — but how often do we stop to consider what we should actually be interpreting, and what the evidence says behind all those numbers? RECAP EM takes us on a deep dive into the world of haemodynamics, unpacking the science, the signals, and the clinical significance.
Should arterial lines become standard in all cardiac arrests? Simon dives into a recent study to examine whether the evidence is strong enough to make this a front-line intervention.
Pelvic binders have long been considered a standard intervention in the management of suspected pelvic fractures in the prehospital setting. However, recent guidance from the National Association of EMS Physicians (NAEMSP) challenges some of the long-standing assumptions surrounding their use.
Non-convulsive status epilepticus (NCSE) is a prolonged seizure state without the dramatic convulsions we expect — making it a silent but dangerous diagnosis. Brit breaks down the subtle signs, diagnostic pitfalls, and practical management strategies for this often-missed emergency.
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