International Journal of Emergency Medicine (2024)

Identifying trigger cues for hospital blood transfusions based on ensemble of machine learning methods

Traumatic shock is the leading cause of preventable death with most patients dying within the first six hours from arriving to the hospital. This underscores the importance of prehospital interventions, and gr...

Authors: Eva V. Zadorozny, Tyler Weigel, Samuel M. Galvagno Jr., Christian Martin-Gill, Joshua B. Brown and Francis X. Guyette

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:76

Content type: Research Published on: 19 June 2024

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Emergency medicine residents’ learning curve in diagnosing deep vein thrombosis with 3-point venous point-of-care ultrasound

Many cases of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) are diagnosed in the emergency department, and abbreviated lower extremity venous point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) has already shown an accuracy comparable to that of s...

Authors: Soo Yeon Kang, Ik Joon Jo, Sejin Heo, Hansol Chang, Guntak Lee, Jong Eun Park, Taerim Kim, Se Uk Lee, Min Ji Kim and Hee Yoon

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:75

Content type: Research Published on: 17 June 2024

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Mortality predictors in patients with suspected sepsis in the emergency department of a tertiary care hospital: a retrospective cohort study

Sepsis remains a worldwide major cause of hospitalization, mortality, and morbidity. To enhance the identification of patients with suspected sepsis at high risk of mortality and adverse outcomes in the emerge...

Authors: João P. M. Bidart, Regis G. Rosa, Marina Bessel, Luana G. Pedrotti and Luciano Z. Goldani

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:74

Content type: Research Published on: 17 June 2024

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Clinical and laboratory parameters as predictors of mortality in patients with chronic liver disease presenting to emergency department- a cross sectional study

The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that Asia and Africa have the highest Chronic Liver Disease (CLD) mortality rate. Cirrhosis, responsible for 22.2 fatalities per 100,000 people, is India’s 10th most...

Authors: Salva Ameena M S, Vempalli Nagasubramanyam, Anand Sharma, Nidhi Kaeley, Bharat Bhushan Bhardwaj, Poonam Arora, Althaf Assis, Takshak Shankar, Hari Prasad, Mukund Rajta and Ashwani Pundir

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:73

Content type: Research Published on: 13 June 2024

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Prediction of the future number of fall-related emergency medical services calls in older individuals

Falls among older individuals contribute significantly to the rise in ambulance transport use. To recognize the importance of future countermeasures, we estimated the projected number and percentage of fall-re...

Authors: Shuji Uemura, Ryuichi Nakayama, Masayuki Koyama, Yukiko Taguchi, Naofumi Bunya, Keigo Sawamoto, Hirofumi Ohnishi and Eichi Narimatsu

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:72

Content type: Research Published on: 11 June 2024

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Implementing enhanced extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for CPR (ECPR) in the emergency department

Refractory out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) has a very poor prognosis, with survival rates at around 10%. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for patients in refractory arrest, known as ECPR, aims ...

Authors: Matthew Oliver, Andrew Coggins, Natalie Kruit, Brian Burns, Brian Plunkett, Steve Morgan, Tim J. Southwood, Richard Totaro, Paul Forrest, Saartje Berendsen Russell, Ruaidhri Carey and Mark Dennis

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:71

Content type: Practice Innovations in Emergency Medicine Published on: 10 June 2024

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Evaluation and treatment of gastrointestinal bleeding in patients taking anticoagulants presenting to the emergency department

This manuscript is a consensus document of an expert panel on the Evaluation and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Patients Taking Anticoagulants Presenting to the Emergency Department, sponsored by th...

Authors: Adam J. Singer, Neena S. Abraham, Latha Ganti, W. Frank Peaco*ck, Janaé Dark, Hajirah Ishaq, Ana Negrete, Brandon Mount and James Neuenschwander

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:70

Content type: Educational Advances in Emergency Medicine Published on: 31 May 2024

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Palliative care education: a nationwide qualitative study of emergency medicine residency program directors in the United Arab Emirates

Emergency medicine (EM) physicians routinely care for patients with serious life-limiting illnesses. Educating EM residents to have general skills and competencies in palliative medicine is a global priority. ...

Authors: Thana Harhara, Rasha Buhumaid, Leen Oyoun Alsoud and Halah Ibrahim

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:69

Content type: Research Published on: 23 May 2024

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Limitations and consequences of public health models centred on hospitals and lacking connections with territorial and home-based social and health services

Delayed discharge from hospital to home or other care institutions is a significant problem and has been investigated in the international scientific literature for many years.

Authors: Lavinia Gentile, Martina Scaramella, Giuseppe Liotta, Andrea Magrini, Maria Franca Mulas, Giuseppe Quintavalle and Leonardo Palombi

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:66

Content type: Research Published on: 23 May 2024

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Factors and clinical prediction score for complication development after cellulitis diagnosis in adult patients

Cellulitis is defined as a bacterial infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue that can cause multiple complications, such as sepsis and necrotizing fasciitis. In extreme cases, it may lead to multiorgan f...

Authors: Welawat Tienpratarn, Chaiyap*rn Yuksen, Joseph Daniel Pauly, Diana Vu, Anisa Noiwong Benbourenane and Nuttamon Sangskul

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:68

Content type: Research Published on: 22 May 2024

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Emergency medicine residents and performance under pressure: learning from elite athletes’ experience

The skills of coping with stress and pressure within emergency medicine are conveyed informally and inconsistently throughout residency training. This study aims to identify key psychological competencies used...

Authors: Gabrielle Trepanier, Viviane Falardeau, Gurpreet Sohi and Veronique Richard

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:67

Content type: Review Published on: 21 May 2024

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Emergency medical services in Armenia: national call trends and future directions

Emergency medical services (EMS) are paramount to boosting health indices in lower-middle income countries (LMICs); however, lack of uniform data collection and analysis hinders system improvement efforts. In ...

Authors: Ani Arzoumanian, Anya Agopian, Marine Hovhannisyan, Sharon Chekijian and Aline Baghdassarian

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:65

Content type: Research Published on: 16 May 2024

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The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on pediatric emergency department utilization in three regions in Switzerland

The COVID-19 pandemic was associated with a decrease in emergency department (ED) visits. However, contradictory, and sparse data regarding children could not yet answer the question, how pediatric ED utilizat...

Authors: Michael von Rhein, Aziz Chaouch, Vivian Oros, Sergio Manzano, Gianluca Gualco, Marc Sidler, Ursula Laasner, Michelle Dey, Julia Dratva and Michelle Seiler

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:64

Content type: Research Published on: 16 May 2024

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Double bad luck: pulmonary embolism and vagin*l bleeding - a case report

Pulmonary embolism is a common and potentially fatal condition. Exogenous estrogens in contraceptives are associated with an increased risk of venous thrombo-embolism. However, discontinuation of a combined or...

Authors: Sarah Shiba and Jan Van Keer

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:63

Content type: Case Report Published on: 13 May 2024

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Mediastinitis and septic shock complicating spontaneous esophageal rupture “Boerhaave’s syndrome”: a case report

Boerhaave’s syndrome, also known as spontaneous esophageal rupture, is a rare but life-threatening condition characterized by a tear in the esophagus. It is most commonly caused by a sudden increase in intraes...

Authors: Said Kortli and Hery Andrianjafy

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:62

Content type: Case Report Published on: 8 May 2024

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Patients’ pathways to the emergency department: a scoping review

Emergency department (ED) crowding is a common healthcare issue with multiple causes. One important knowledge area is understanding where patients arrived from and what care they received prior to ED admission...

Authors: Målfrid Asheim Nummedal, Sarah Elizabeth King, Oddvar Uleberg, Sindre Andre Pedersen and Lars Petter Bjørnsen

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:61

Content type: Review Published on: 3 May 2024

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Guanfacine poisoning resulting in transient ST-segment elevation: a case report

Guanfacine is an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist that decreases norepinephrine release and sympathetic outflow. With the increased use of guanfacine for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), reports of g...

Authors: Ichiro Hirayama, Yosh*to Kamijo, Hiroko Abe, Minaho Nonaka, Tetsuhiro Yano, Mitsuru Ishii and Yosh*teru Tominaga

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:60

Content type: Case Report Published on: 26 April 2024

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An unexpected case of tetanus in a fully immunized 20-year-old female: a case report

Widespread vaccinations have significantly decreased the number of tetanus cases in developed countries. Today, most cases of tetanus affect the elderly and those with inadequate immunization in developed coun...

Authors: Mitsutoshi Okuda, Atsushi Morizane, Sunao Asaba, Saika Tsurui, Ryutaro Tsuno, Mariko Hatakenaka, Tomoko Sugimura and Yuichi Saisaka

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:59

Content type: Case Report Published on: 24 April 2024

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Physicians’ experiences with reporting domestic violence against women: a cross-sectional study in Saudi Arabia

Domestic violence, including violence against women, is a global public health concern with significant implications for women’s health and well-being. Despite its prevalence, healthcare providers often face b...

Authors: Sarah Almuammar and Wijdan Alhowig

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:58

Content type: Research Published on: 24 April 2024

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Diagnostic utility of capnography in emergency department triage for screening acidemia: a pilot study

Capnography is a quantitative and reliable method of determining the ventilatory status of patients. We describe the test characteristics of capnography obtained during Emergency Department triage for screenin...

Authors: Paul Peng and Alex F. Manini

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:57

Content type: Research Published on: 22 April 2024

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What factors are effective on the CPR duration of patients under extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation: a single-center retrospective study

Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) is an alternative method for patients with reversible causes of cardiac arrest (CA) after conventional cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CCPR). However, cardiop...

Authors: Amir Vahedian-Azimi, Ibrahim Fawzy Hassan, Farshid Rahimi-Bashar, Hussam Elmelliti, Anzila Akbar, Ahmed Labib Shehata, Abdulsalam Saif Ibrahim and Ali Ait Hssain

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:56

Content type: Research Published on: 17 April 2024

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From symptom onset to ED departure: understanding the acute care chain for patients with undifferentiated complaints: a prospective observational study

For most acute conditions, the phase prior to emergency department (ED) arrival is largely unexplored. However, this prehospital phase has proven an important part of the acute care chain (ACC) for specific ti...

Authors: Lieke Claassen, Laura Magdalena Ritter, Gideon Hubertus Petrus Latten, Noortje Zelis, Jochen Willo Lennert Cals and Patricia Maria Stassen

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:55

Content type: Research Published on: 15 April 2024

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Correction: Patient-controlled analgesia morphine for the management of acute pain in the emergency department: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Authors: Muhammad Baihaqi Oon, Nik Nik Ab. Rahman Hisamuddin, Norhayati Mohd Noor and Mohd Boniami Yazid

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:54

Content type: Correction Published on: 10 April 2024

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Randomized controlled open-label trial to evaluate prioritization software for the secondary triage of patients in the pediatric emergency department

The continual increase in patient attendance at the emergency department (ED) is a worldwide health issue. The aim of this study was to determine whether the use of a secondary prioritization software reduces ...

Authors: Thomas Lun, Jessica Schiro, Emeline Cailliau, Julien Tchokokam, Melany Liber, Claire de Jorna, Alain Martinot and François Dubos

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:53

Content type: Research Published on: 8 April 2024

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Screening for harmful substance use in emergency departments: a systematic review

Substance use-related emergency department (ED) visits have increased substantially in North America. Screening for substance use in EDs is recommended; best approaches are unclear. This systematic review synt...

Authors: Jessica Moe, Justin Koh, Jennifer A. Ma, Lulu X. Pei, Eleanor MacLean, James Keech, Kaitlyn Maguire, Claire Ronsley, Mary M. Doyle-Waters and Jeffrey R. Brubacher

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:52

Content type: Research Published on: 8 April 2024

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Emergency department responses to nursing shortages

The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated the nursing shortage, which is predicted to continue to worsen with significant numbers of nurses planning to retire within the next 5 years. There remains a lack of published...

Authors: Nicole R. Hodgson, Richard Kwun, Chad Gorbatkin, Jeanie Davies and Jonathan Fisher

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:51

Content type: Brief Report Published on: 5 April 2024

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Bibliometric analysis of ChatGPT in medicine

The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) chat programs has opened two distinct paths, one enhancing interaction and another potentially replacing personal understanding. Ethical and legal concerns arise d...

Authors: Sharanya Gande, Murdoc Gould and Latha Ganti

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:50

Content type: Research Published on: 4 April 2024

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Clinical significance of elevated D-dimer in emergency department patients: a retrospective single-center analysis

D-dimer is a marker of coagulation and fibrinolysis widely used in clinical practice for assessing thrombotic activity. While it is commonly ordered in the Emergency Department (ED) for suspected venous thromb...

Authors: Mohammed Alshalhoub, Faisal Alhusain, Feras Alsulaiman, Abdulaziz Alturki, Saud Aldayel and Majid Alsalamah

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:47

Content type: Research Published on: 3 April 2024

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The state of emergency medicine in Greece: at critical momentum

Greece is a parliamentary republic in southeastern Europe populated by over 10 million permanent residents: 9 million reside on the mainland, with almost 4 million in the greater Athens area. The remaining 1 m...

Authors: Dimitrios Tsiftsis, Andrew Ulrich, George Notas, Anna Patrikakou and Eleanor Reid

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:46

Content type: State of International Emergency Medicine Published on: 3 April 2024

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Single intravenous dose ondansetron induces QT prolongation in adult emergency department patients: a prospective observational study

Ondansetron is one of the most commonly used drugs in the emergency department (ED) for treating nausea and vomiting, particularly in intravenous (IV) form. Nevertheless, it has been shown to prolong QT interv...

Authors: Mohammad Rezaei Zadeh Rukerd, Fatemeh Rafiei Shahrbabaki, Mitra Movahedi, Amin Honarmand, Pouria Pourzand and Amirhossein Mirafzal

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:49

Content type: Brief Report Published on: 2 April 2024

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Evaluation of elevated serum apelin-13 and D-dimer concentrations in individuals diagnosed with pulmonary embolism

Given the limited specificity of D-dimer, there is a perceived need to discover a more precise marker for diagnosing individuals who are suspected of having pulmonary embolism (PE). In this study, by evaluatin...

Authors: Alireza Mehrban, Fatemeh Ahmadi Hajikolaei, Mehdi Karimi, Reza Khademi, Akram Ansari, Durdi Qujeq, Karimollah Hajian-Tilaki and Mahmood Monadi

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:48

Content type: Research Published on: 2 April 2024

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An AI-based multiphase framework for improving the mechanical ventilation availability in emergency departments during respiratory disease seasons: a case study

Shortages of mechanical ventilation have become a constant problem in Emergency Departments (EDs), thereby affecting the timely deployment of medical interventions that counteract the severe health complicatio...

Authors: Miguel Ortiz-Barrios, Antonella Petrillo, Sebastián Arias-Fonseca, Sally McClean, Fabio de Felice, Chris Nugent and Sheyla-Ariany Uribe-López

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:45

Content type: Research Published on: 2 April 2024

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A survivor with unexplained chest scars

This case illustrates chest scars after piston-based chest compression device resuscitation and raises the awareness of the potential benefits of following up survivors of critical illness.

Authors: Viviane Donner, Mathieu Affaticati, Elodie Izydorczyk and Sara Cereghetti

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:44

Content type: Image Published on: 28 March 2024

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Natto (fermented soybeans)-induced anaphylaxis in a surfer with the possibility of sensitization to poly(γ-glutamic acid) from cutaneous exposure to jellyfish sting: a case report

We report a case of anaphylaxis induced by natto (fermented soybeans) allergy that occurred following dermal sensitization from a jellyfish sting.

Authors: Ayami Shigeno, Tsuyoshi Suzuki, Masakazu Obayashi, Kei Asada and Satoru Matsushima

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:43

Content type: Case Report Published on: 18 March 2024

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Utilizing the National Early Warning Score 2 (NEWS2) to confirm the impact of emergency department management in sepsis patients: a cohort study from taiwan 1998–2020

Most sepsis patients could potentially experience advantageous outcomes from targeted medical intervention, such as fluid resuscitation, antibiotic administration, respiratory support, and nursing care, prompt...

Authors: Ming-Shun Hsieh, Kuan-Chih Chiu, Amrita Chattopadhyay, Tzu-Pin Lu, Shu-Hui Liao, Chia-Ming Chang, Yi-Chen Lee, Wei-En Lo, Vivian Chia-Rong Hsieh, Sung-Yuan Hu and Chorng-Kuang How

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:42

Content type: Research Published on: 15 March 2024

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Emergency airway management in resource limited setting

Emergency airway management in resource-limited settings presents multifaceted challenges due to shortages in essential medical resources, healthcare professionals, and infrastructure.

Authors: Gbolahan Olatunji, Emmanuel Kokori, Nicholas Aderinto and Mohammed Alsabri Hussein Alsabri

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:41

Content type: Review Published on: 14 March 2024

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From compression to diagnosis: identification of superior vena cava syndrome using point-of-care ultrasound in the emergency department

Superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome is an urgent condition arising from restricted blood flow through the SVC, often linked to factors like malignancy, thrombosis, or infections. Typically, confirmation of the d...

Authors: Noman Ali, Alan Tan and Jordan Chenkin

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:40

Content type: Brief Report Published on: 13 March 2024

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PoCUS identification of distal biceps tendon rupture: a case report

In the Emergency Department (ED), patients may present with various injuries that damage muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bony structures. Fractures, joint dislocations, strains, and sprains are prevalent amon...

Authors: Noman Ali, Alan Tan and Jordan Chenkin

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:39

Content type: Case Report Published on: 12 March 2024

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Jejunogastric intussusception associated with jejunojejunal intussusception (double telescoping) occurring 20 years after gastrojejunostomy

Jejunogastric intussusception (JGI) is a rare but potentially lethal complication following gastrectomy or gastrojejunostomy surgeries. Diagnosis of this condition can be challenging due to its rarity and non-...

Authors: Souhaib Atri, Mahdi Hammami, Amine Sebai, Rany Aifia, Meriem Ben Brahim, Youssef Chaker, Fadhel Samir Fteriche and Montassar Kacem

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:38

Content type: Case Report Published on: 11 March 2024

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Patient-controlled analgesia morphine for the management of acute pain in the emergency department: a systematic review and meta-analysis

The ideal pain control approach is typically viewed as titration of analgesia for pain reduction and periodic pain evaluation. However, this method takes time and is not always possible in the crowded Emergenc...

Authors: Muhammad Baihaqi Oon, Nik Hisamuddin Nik Ab. Rahman, Norhayati Mohd Noor and Mohd Boniami Yazid

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:37

Content type: Review Published on: 7 March 2024

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Use of bitemporal NACA score documentation in prehospital emergency medical services– a retrospective study

The assessment of illness severity in the prehospital setting is essential for guiding appropriate medical interventions. The National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) score is a validated tool common...

Authors: Michael Eichinger, Sandro Reiterer, Martin Rief, Michael Eichlseder, Alexander Pichler, Philipp Zoidl and Gerhard Prause

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:36

Content type: Research Published on: 7 March 2024

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Recurrent transitory attacks with cytotoxic edema could benefit from thrombolysis

Authors: Josef Finsterer and Sounira Mehri

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:35

Content type: Correspondence Published on: 5 March 2024

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Comparison of T-POD and SAM Pelvic Sling II and the influence of attachment level in the initial management of unstable pelvic type C injuries – a cadaveric study

Type C pelvic fractures (AO/OTA) are severe injuries that frequently lead to bleeding and hemodynamic instability. Pelvic binders play a crucial role in their initial management. Placement at the correct level...

Authors: Maxim Privalov, Malte Junge, Matthias Karl Jung, Sven Yves Vetter, Jochen Franke, Svetlana Hetjens, Paul Alfred Grützner and Holger Stadthalter

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:34

Content type: Research Published on: 4 March 2024

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Catheter-related gas-forming suppurative thrombophlebitis

Catheter-related suppurative thrombophlebitis (CRST) is a complication of catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI). The microbiology of CRST is similar with the microbiology of CRBSI, butClostridium perfri...

Authors: Yasuyoshi Miyamura, Takeshi Shimazaki and Kunihiko Okada

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:33

Content type: Image Published on: 4 March 2024

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Introduction of a formative assessment tool in a post-graduate training program in India: a mixed methods evaluation

Our institution has longstanding post-graduate education and training partnership programs in Emergency Medicine (EM) across India. A programmatic challenge has been the integration and uptake of evidence-base...

Authors: Katherine Douglass, Tania Ahluwalia, Brianna McKiernan, Heena Patel, Natasha Powell, Jacob Keller and Serkan Toy

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:32

Content type: Educational Advances in Emergency Medicine Published on: 1 March 2024

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The leading role of expert safety knowledge in supporting the mission of caring for patients during man-made and natural disasters: state of emergency medicine in Ethiopia, Myanmar, and Ukraine

Preparedness to endure extreme situations such as natural disasters or military conflicts is not commonplace in healthcare training programs. Moreover, multidisciplinary teams in health services rarely (if eve...

Authors: Ralph C. Miles, Vivian I. Avelino-Silva, Wilfred Odoke, Jan van den Hombergh, Fernanda F. Fonseca, Mengistu GebreMichael, Yaroslava Lopatina, Win Oo and Adele Schwartz Benzaken

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:31

Content type: State of International Emergency Medicine Published on: 1 March 2024

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The PIRATE mnemonic: providing a structured approach in the care for intoxicated patients at the emergency department

Expertise in toxicology is essential for acute care providers, as intoxicated patients frequently present to Emergency Departments. These patients can be challenging for care providers because they often prese...

Authors: Nicole Kraaijvanger, Wouter Raven, Trudy van Dijken and Femke Gresnigt

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:30

Content type: Educational Advances in Emergency Medicine Published on: 1 March 2024

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Persistent hiccups as a rare presenting symptom of empyema: a case report

Empyema is uncommon owing to antibiotic use but still affects patient health if not treated. Hiccups as the initial symptom of empyema are rare; however, empyema should be considered if a patient has persisten...

Authors: An-Fu Lee, Hong-Wei Lee and Zui-Shen Yen

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:29

Content type: Case Report Published on: 28 February 2024

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Physicians’ challenges when working in the prehospital environment - a qualitative study using grounded theory

In the rapid development in prehospital medicine the awareness of the many challenges in prehospital care is important as it highlights which areas need improvement and where special attention during education...

Authors: Denise Bäckström and Aida Alvinius

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:28

Content type: Research Published on: 27 February 2024

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A case report of an accidental iatrogenic dexmedetomidine overdose in an adult

Dexmedetomidine is a sedative drug with a wide safety margin.

Authors: Suvi-Maria Tiainen, Jonni Unga and Panu Uusalo

Citation: International Journal of Emergency Medicine 2024 17:27

Content type: Case Report Published on: 27 February 2024

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