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Penetrating chest trauma

Don't Forget the Bubbles

They found NO difference in drain failure rates ( 11% pigtail vs 13% chest tube P=0.74), total daily volume drained or length of ICU stay between groups. a) A balanced ratio of 1:1:1 (platelets: FFP: packed red cells) The PROPPR trial showed us that balanced ratios are important. And blood comes out. Quite quickly.

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ED care of refugee populations from sub-Saharan Africa

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84 All patients with severe malaria need inpatient admission, ideally to the intensive care unit (ICU). link] Hummell AC, Cummings M. Severe malaria is typically caused by P. Uncomplicated malaria patients who are able to access prescription medication can be discharged home. Severe malaria management. WHO Guidelines for Malaria.;

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