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Large bowel obstruction: ED presentation, evaluation, and management

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1 While less common than small bowel obstruction (SBO), obstruction of the large bowel is more likely to be a surgical emergency and is often associated with a serious underlying condition. 1 The most common causes of non-cancer-related LBO are cecal and sigmoid volvulus. Small bowel dilation may also be seen.

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EM@3AM: Total Hip Arthroplasty Complications

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1-3 Despite its commonality it retains a relatively high rate of complications overall and patients frequently present to the ED for evaluation. 4 Pain is the most common reason for presentation in the early post operative period. 2% of THA will have a post operative deep space infection. 2020 Sep 30;5(9):558-567.

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