Blunt Abdominal Trauma
Blunt Abdominal Trauma Eric L. Legome and Joseph P. Freedman Blunt abdominal trauma (BAT) accounts for a minority of all traumatic deaths but represents an important source of morbidity. The…
EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Chest Pain
Chest Pain Judd E. Hollander Chest pain is the second most common chief complaint in patients presenting to the emergency department (ED). However, when combined with other symptoms that potentially…
Shortness of Breath
Shortness of Breath C. Keith Stone Shortness of breath refers to difficult, labored, or uncomfortable breathing. Shortness of breath results when ventilatory demand exceeds respiratory function. A mismatch between supply…
Peripheral Vascular Injuries
Peripheral Vascular Injuries Maria E. Moreira and Peter T. Pons Prompt recognition and management of peripheral vascular injuries is crucial to limb salvage and preservation of function. A vascular injury…
