Ever get an ESR or CRP signed out to you and wonder why they were ordered? Want to use them intentionally and in an evidence-based way? Join Dr. Eric Segev as he takes a dive into the data of inflammatory markers and the pathologies in which they have been studied.
Read MoreThis week we had a Grand Rounds jam packed with clinical knowledge. When was the last time you considered the differential diagnosis of an elevated troponin? It's not just ACS! Read on to learn more about thyroid storm, refractory Vfib and Vtach, lithium toxicity, inflammatory markers, and more. As well as a special clinical soapbox about how Ohio became the epicenter of the nation's heroin epidemic.
Read MoreWorking in the ED one day you seem to hit a run of patients in whom consultants have asked you to order an ESR, CRP. First, podiatry asked for them for a patient with 1st metatarsal osteomyelitis. Spine surgery wanted the same for a patient with diskitis. And, ortho wanted them for a possible septic. You think to yourself, “what am I or my consultant going to do with these test results?” “What are these inflammatory markers anyhow?” And, “what patient’s should I be ordering them in.”
Read MoreSRU (pronounced "shrew") = Shock Resuscitation Unit
Training in, and managing, the SRU is one of the crown jewels of our residency. It is where the sickest of the sick patients are found in our ED. It is a crucible, a test of knowledge and strength, and a true manifestation of the tripartite mission of our department: Leadership, Excellence, and Opportunity.
Training in, and managing, the SRU is one of the crown jewels of our residency. It is where the sickest of the sick patients are found in our ED. It is a crucible, a test of knowledge and strength, and a true manifestation of the tripartite mission of our department: Leadership, Excellence, and Opportunity.
