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Therapeutic Efficacy Of Zinc In The Treatment Of Covid-19 Patients: A Systematic Review, Olivia Schimmel, Varna Taranikanti
Therapeutic Efficacy Of Zinc In The Treatment Of Covid-19 Patients: A Systematic Review, Olivia Schimmel, Varna Taranikanti
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Novel therapeutic interventions are of utmost importance to alleviate the clinical symptoms caused by inflammation in COVID-19 patients. The beneficial role of zinc has been suggested due to its ability to mitigate the effects of the inflammatory cascade. Hence it has been hypothesized that patients with zinc deficiency may benefit symptomatically from treatment with zinc. The primary goal of this systematic review of randomized controlled trials conducted between February and March 2021 is to determine the efficacy of zinc as a treatment for COVID-19 infection.
Elimination Of Postoperative Narcotics In Infant Robotic Pyeloplasty Using Caudal Anesthesia And A Non-Narcotic Pain Pathway, Kwesi Asantey, Kristen Meier, Zachary Rollins, Andrew B. Banooni, Zachary J. Liss
Elimination Of Postoperative Narcotics In Infant Robotic Pyeloplasty Using Caudal Anesthesia And A Non-Narcotic Pain Pathway, Kwesi Asantey, Kristen Meier, Zachary Rollins, Andrew B. Banooni, Zachary J. Liss
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Research suggests that narcotic pain medications are dramatically overprescribed. We hypothesize that narcotics are unnecessary in the majority of infants for postoperative pain control. In this series, we report our experience combining caudal blocks with a non-narcotic postoperative pathway as a means of completely eliminating postoperative narcotics following infant robotic pyeloplasty.
Cardiorespiratory, Hemodynamic, And Perceived Exertion Responses To Seated Chair Exercise, Ryan Khemraj, Cristian Solano, Neesirg Patel, Roger Sacks
Cardiorespiratory, Hemodynamic, And Perceived Exertion Responses To Seated Chair Exercise, Ryan Khemraj, Cristian Solano, Neesirg Patel, Roger Sacks
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The increasing prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and its sequelae in the United States population has led to escalating health care expenditures. To favorably modify cardiovascular outcomes, exercise physiologists have developed varied exercise programs that are associated with mortality reduction, symptom relief, improved exercise tolerance, favorable risk factor modification and improved psychosocial well-being. For patients with significant disability and deconditioning, chair-based exercise may provide an alternative method of achieving the relative cardioprotective benefits of traditional exercise.
Relatedness Of Urinary Escherichia Coli Strains And Connection Between Strain Type And Clinical Presentation, Anet Szatkowski, Venkathesh Bai, Matthew D. Sims
Relatedness Of Urinary Escherichia Coli Strains And Connection Between Strain Type And Clinical Presentation, Anet Szatkowski, Venkathesh Bai, Matthew D. Sims
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Urine is often not a sterile body fluid. When bacteria in the urine cause symptoms it is by definition a urinary tract infection (UTI). The specific symptoms will point toward a bladder infection (cystitis) or a kidney infection (pyelonephritis). Presence of bacteria in the urine without symptoms defines asymptomatic bacteriuria (AB). Despite requiring symptoms to diagnose a UTI, often AB is misdiagnosed as a UTI and treated with antibiotics when none are needed. Escherichia coli is the most common cause of UTIs accounting for 80-90% of community-acquired UTIs and 30-50% of nosocomial UTIs. The goals of this study are …
Quality Improvement Study On Human Papilloma Virus (Hpv) Vaccination Uptake In Hiv Patients, Hassan Akram, Paul Johnson, Trini A Mathew
Quality Improvement Study On Human Papilloma Virus (Hpv) Vaccination Uptake In Hiv Patients, Hassan Akram, Paul Johnson, Trini A Mathew
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INTRODUCTION HPV is strongly associated with cervical cancer and cancers of vagina, vulva, penis, anus, rectum. In 2019, WHO identified vaccine hesitancy as top 10 global threats and planned to increase the HPV vaccine coverage. In June 2019 Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) in the US recommended shared clinical decision-making regarding HPV vaccinations in adults aged 26 through 45 years. The goal of this project is to evaluate the uptake of HPV vaccination and challenges in the HIV patients at Beaumont Hospital.
Resistance In Gram-Negative Bacteria In The Pediatric Patient Population By Age And Sex, Benjamin Malamet, Matthew Sims
Resistance In Gram-Negative Bacteria In The Pediatric Patient Population By Age And Sex, Benjamin Malamet, Matthew Sims
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Previous research within the Beaumont Infectious Diseases Research Program found an increase in antibiotic resistance in adult males versus females. Furthermore, there is a peak in resistance in 18-29-year-old males, not seen in females. The origin of this early peak of antibiotic resistance in adults is unclear. This study examines these trends in the pediatric patient population.
Dietary Supplement Use Among Brca1/2 Mutation Carriers, Ryan Rogers, Tara Ramgarajan, Virginia Uhley, Kristina Ivan, Dana Zakalik
Dietary Supplement Use Among Brca1/2 Mutation Carriers, Ryan Rogers, Tara Ramgarajan, Virginia Uhley, Kristina Ivan, Dana Zakalik
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Women who carry BRCA1/2 mutations are at significantly increased risk of breast, ovarian, pancreatic and other cancer. Little is known regarding the use of dietary supplements among women harboring BRCA1/2 mutations. This study aims to characterize the utilization of and attitudes toward dietary supplement use in women who carry BRCA1/2 mutations.
Identifying Discrepancies In Diagnosis Of Pcos With Use Of Different Diagnostic Criteria, Naveena Daram, Sangeeeta Kaur
Identifying Discrepancies In Diagnosis Of Pcos With Use Of Different Diagnostic Criteria, Naveena Daram, Sangeeeta Kaur
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Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age. Two main diagnostic criteria are used for PCOS: the Rotterdam and Androgen Excess Society (AES) criteria. Depending on which criteria is used, the diagnosis of PCOS may change. Therefore, our study investigates the discrepancies in the diagnosis of PCOS when using the Rotterdam versus the AES scale in the Beaumont Health System. This is clinically significant because a PCOS diagnosis should not be made lightly as it can come with many lifelong social, emotional, and medical implications.
Vbac Success In Women With Diabetes Mellitus Types I + Ii: A Pilot Study, Emma Randall, Rachel Taylor, Sarah Becker, Zeynep Alpay-Savasan
Vbac Success In Women With Diabetes Mellitus Types I + Ii: A Pilot Study, Emma Randall, Rachel Taylor, Sarah Becker, Zeynep Alpay-Savasan
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Due to a rise in cesarean sections since the 1970s, the American College of Gynecology has acted to reduce unnecessary cesarean deliveries. In 2017, ACOG released clinical management guidelines for vaginal birth after cesarean delivery (VBAC), including a nomogram to predict VBAC success. This nomogram, developed by Grobman et al. (2007), explored factors impacting VBAC success for delivery at term for a singleton pregnancy. While the presence of diabetes was evaluated in the study, it was not found to be a significant factor in predicting outcome. This study will take a more detailed look at if pre-existing diabetes impacts a …
The Impact Of Medical Scribes On Emergency Physician Diagnostic Testing And Diagnosis Charting, Lucas Nelson, Brett R. Todd
The Impact Of Medical Scribes On Emergency Physician Diagnostic Testing And Diagnosis Charting, Lucas Nelson, Brett R. Todd
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Since the widespread adoption of electronic medical records (EMRs), medical scribes have been increasingly utilized in emergency department (ED) settings to offload the documentation burden of emergency physicians (EPs). Scribes have been shown to increase EP productivity and satisfaction; however, little is known about their effects on the EP’s diagnostic process. We aimed to assess what effect, if any, scribes have on EP diagnostic test ordering and their documentation of differential diagnoses.
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: Volume Impact On Length Of Stay And Readmissions, Alexander M. Balinksi, Patrick Karabon, Girish Pathangey, Amr E. Abbas
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: Volume Impact On Length Of Stay And Readmissions, Alexander M. Balinksi, Patrick Karabon, Girish Pathangey, Amr E. Abbas
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TAVR is an alternative to surgery in patients with severe aortic stenosis. Procedural volume impacts mortality but little is known of its effect on length of stay (LOS) and readmissions. We sought to examine the impact of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedural volume on trends in LOS and hospital readmission rates from 2012 to 2016.
Fluoroscopic Demonstration Of Thoracic Tumor Immobilization With High Frequency Percussive Ventilation, Cristian Solano, Ina M. Sala, Beverly Maurer, Ronald Levitin, Thomas M. Guerrero
Fluoroscopic Demonstration Of Thoracic Tumor Immobilization With High Frequency Percussive Ventilation, Cristian Solano, Ina M. Sala, Beverly Maurer, Ronald Levitin, Thomas M. Guerrero
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High frequency percussive ventilation (HFPV) is a novel immobilization technique that utilizes high frequency low tidal volume ventilation to produce endotracheal percussion. In a previous departmental study of chest wall motion immobilization, it was found that volunteers were able to tolerate HFPV for varying lengths of time – from a few to tens of minutes. By investigating a novel process to immobilize the chest wall, and thus thoracic tumors, it can allow for more localized radiation delivery and reduction of healthy tissue irradiation.
Gauging The Impact Of Interactions With Autistic Children Early In Medical Education, Emily W. Yuen, Helen E. Huetterman, Jessica Korneder, Jason A. Wasserman, Mary O. Dereski
Gauging The Impact Of Interactions With Autistic Children Early In Medical Education, Emily W. Yuen, Helen E. Huetterman, Jessica Korneder, Jason A. Wasserman, Mary O. Dereski
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One in fifty-nine children in the United States are currently diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Despite this high prevalence, medical students receive little training on this unique population. This project aims to determine the impact on first-year medical students’ attitudes toward treatment of children diagnosed with ASD following small group interactions in an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) clinic.
Development Of Verbal Behavior In Early, Intensive Behavioral Therapy For Autism Spectrum Disorder, Mthya Jayakumar, Lesly Hendershot, Lori Warner, James F. Grogan
Development Of Verbal Behavior In Early, Intensive Behavioral Therapy For Autism Spectrum Disorder, Mthya Jayakumar, Lesly Hendershot, Lori Warner, James F. Grogan
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The current study will explore the relationships between motor imitation (MI) and verbal requesting skills in children who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With nearly half of children with ASD evidencing minimal verbal skills, supporting language development is crucial in interventions. Early, intensive behavioral intervention (EIBI) is recommended to help children achieve better developmental outcomes. Functional language training often begins with the verbal requesting skill, MAND. Research suggests that a series of rapid motor imitations before a vocal model could facilitate vocal speech, but little is known about how MI can longitudinally influence functional language development. This …
Pediatric Obesity: A Survey Study Of Patients And Caregivers’ Concern And Interest In Specialized Programs, Dina Abdo, Ryan Rogers, Susan Edlibi, Aimee Pollak, Stacey Shubeck, Kerry P. Mychaliska
Pediatric Obesity: A Survey Study Of Patients And Caregivers’ Concern And Interest In Specialized Programs, Dina Abdo, Ryan Rogers, Susan Edlibi, Aimee Pollak, Stacey Shubeck, Kerry P. Mychaliska
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Body mass index (BMI) ≥ the 85th percentile for age and sex is considered overweight in the pediatric population. Pediatric obesity is defined as a BMI at or above the 95th percentile. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), obesity prevalence has tripled over the past 50 years; 1 in 5 school-aged children has a diagnosis of obesity. The purpose of this study is to survey caregivers’ perceptions and concerns about their child’s weight and patient and caregiver interest in a comprehensive healthy lifestyle program.
Effect Of Sars-Cov2 On Adolescent Phq-9 Screening Result, Anisah Hashmi, Aimee Pollak, Leah Ludwig, Kerry P. Mychaliska, Mara Rubenstein, Olufunke Adeyemo, Stacey Shubeck, Liu Qu, Mary Coffey
Effect Of Sars-Cov2 On Adolescent Phq-9 Screening Result, Anisah Hashmi, Aimee Pollak, Leah Ludwig, Kerry P. Mychaliska, Mara Rubenstein, Olufunke Adeyemo, Stacey Shubeck, Liu Qu, Mary Coffey
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The SARS-COV2 pandemic created numerous stressors for adolescents including financial insecurities, family illness or death, home schooling, discontinuation of group activities, and decreased peer interaction. Prior studies have shown an increased risk for self-reported depression symptoms in pediatric patients following traumatic events. The purpose of this study is to compare rates of newly diagnosed depression in adolescents and self-reported depression symptoms prior to and during the pandemic.
Insufficient Sleep Following Pediatric Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Correlates With Neurocognitive Dysfunction, Bailey Hull, Patrick Karabon, Neal Alpiner
Insufficient Sleep Following Pediatric Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Correlates With Neurocognitive Dysfunction, Bailey Hull, Patrick Karabon, Neal Alpiner
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Sleep disturbance of any nature is reported in more than half of all mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) patients. The pathophysiology of sleep disturbance following an mTBI is associated with structural and functional disruptions of sleep circuitry and circadian rhythm. Specifically, in the pediatric population, untreated sleep disturbance has been shown to delay mTBI recovery and compound other morbidities including neurocognitive dysfunction. It was our goal to further analyze the impact sleep disturbance has on neurocognitive function in children recovering from an mTBI.
Characterization Of The Clinical Impact Of A Celiac Disease Algorithm On Diagnostic Workup Of Patients At Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak, Omid Vadpey, Gabriel N. Maine
Characterization Of The Clinical Impact Of A Celiac Disease Algorithm On Diagnostic Workup Of Patients At Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak, Omid Vadpey, Gabriel N. Maine
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Advancements in medical technology and laboratory testing have prompted room for more accurate diagnostic procedures that can aid in diagnostic efficiency, reducing time to diagnosis, unnecessary test ordering, and costs. Celiac Disease is a complex gastrointestinal autoimmune disorder characterized by symptoms that mimic other bowel diseases, such as diarrhea, steatorrhea, and malnutrition. The primary goal of this pilot study is to determine if the implementation of a diagnostic serologic algorithm differs from the current standard of practice for patients that are suspected of celiac disease at Beaumont Health-Royal Oak (BH-RO).
Csf Flow Cytometry In Patients With Leukemia And Lymphoma, Patricia Rusli, James Huang
Csf Flow Cytometry In Patients With Leukemia And Lymphoma, Patricia Rusli, James Huang
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The use of flow cytometric testing in analyzing bodily fluid for hematologic neoplasms is not novel. Flow cytometric immunophenotyping of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) has previously been demonstrated to have high sensitivity and specificity for the detection of lymphoma and leukemia. They are able to determine definitive diagnostic information from even very low cellularity samples. In this study, we reviewed the experience of our clinical flow cytometry laboratory in evaluating CSF specimens in order to find the disease distribution of positive CSF samples.
Characterization Of Cd57+ T-Cell Subset In Blood, Bone Marrow, And Lymphoid Tissue, Michelle Ka Yan Wu, Xia Chen, James Huang
Characterization Of Cd57+ T-Cell Subset In Blood, Bone Marrow, And Lymphoid Tissue, Michelle Ka Yan Wu, Xia Chen, James Huang
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A CD57+ T-cell subset has shown to have diagnostic and prognostic significances in some cancers. However, its specific distributions in tissues and specific variations among different diseases are yet to be further defined. This Embark project aims to examine the distributions and antigen expression profiles in the CD57+ T-cell subset in peripheral blood (PB), bone marrow (BM), and lymph node (LN).
Identification Of Aggressive Variants Of Mantle Cell Lymphoma Based On Flow Cytometry, Alan Nguyen, Alia Gupta, Marc Smith, James Huang
Identification Of Aggressive Variants Of Mantle Cell Lymphoma Based On Flow Cytometry, Alan Nguyen, Alia Gupta, Marc Smith, James Huang
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Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a rare subtype of B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma characterized by a (1,14) translocation resulting in overexpression of cyclin D1.1 MCL variants and a heterogenous disease presentation make this a challenging diagnosis with a highly variable outcome. Pleomorphic and blastic variants have an aggressive clinical course and shorter survival than the classical type.2 The pleomorphic variant shows a marked variation in nuclear size, shape, and mitotic index.3 The blastic variant appears small and immature with fine chromatin mimicking acute leukemia.3 The aim of our study is to explore if flow cytometry analysis can help with the …
Comparing Radiological Characteristics Of Neck Pain In Younger Versus Older Patients: A Retrospective Analysis, Jnana Aditya Challa, Abdul Majid Khan, Varna Taranikanti
Comparing Radiological Characteristics Of Neck Pain In Younger Versus Older Patients: A Retrospective Analysis, Jnana Aditya Challa, Abdul Majid Khan, Varna Taranikanti
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Neck pain commonly occurs during the fifth or sixth decade of life due to degenerative changes in the spine. With increased usage of digital technology from a very young age we hypothesized an earlier age of onset of these degenerative changes. There have been no recent epidemiologic studies that investigated difference in radiological changes seen in older versus younger patients presenting with neck pain. Hence, this study is undertaken to analyze the variability in radiological changes seen in the cervical vertebrae between older (>50) versus younger (≤50) patients presenting with the chief complaint of neck pain.
Clearance Of The Cervical Spine In Obtunded Pediatric Blunt Trauma Patients: Quality Assessment Of An Existing Clearance Pathway, Rachel Kalthoff, Elizabeth Boudiab, Diane Studzinski, Nathan Novotny, Pavan Brahmamdam, Begum Akay
Clearance Of The Cervical Spine In Obtunded Pediatric Blunt Trauma Patients: Quality Assessment Of An Existing Clearance Pathway, Rachel Kalthoff, Elizabeth Boudiab, Diane Studzinski, Nathan Novotny, Pavan Brahmamdam, Begum Akay
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Obtunded patients following blunt trauma need clearance of the cervical spine (c-spine) that cannot depend on a clinical exam. Our center’s current pediatric c-spine evaluation pathway includes both Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). The objective of this study was to review our use of both CT and MRI for obtunded pediatric trauma patients to assess the quality of our pathway and utility of MRI.
Relationship Between Smoking And Triple-Negative Breast Cancer: A Retrospective Analysis, Anna Jahshan, Mariam Aoun, Nayana Dekhne, Varna Taranikanti
Relationship Between Smoking And Triple-Negative Breast Cancer: A Retrospective Analysis, Anna Jahshan, Mariam Aoun, Nayana Dekhne, Varna Taranikanti
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Breast cancer is currently the most common cancer by incidence among women in the United States with high mortality. Compared to other specific types, triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is considered to be an aggressive cancer with poor prognosis. Hence, it is important to study the risk factors associated with it. Smoking has been implicated in many cancers, including breast cancer. However, there is no evidence in literature that has shown a relationship between smoking and a specific type of breast cancer. The goal of this study is to analyze the relationship between smoking and TNBC so that we may …
Differences Within A Health System: Imaging Use For Suspected Pediatric Appendicitis, Nafisa Bhuiyan, Ryan Nierstedt, Michelle Jankowski, Shanna Jones, Aveh Bastani
Differences Within A Health System: Imaging Use For Suspected Pediatric Appendicitis, Nafisa Bhuiyan, Ryan Nierstedt, Michelle Jankowski, Shanna Jones, Aveh Bastani
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Ultrasound (US) is the first line imaging used for suspected pediatric appendicitis. However, following equivocal US findings and its lower negative predictive value for ruling out appendicitis, Computed Tomography (CT) imaging is often performed in children. This study investigates the differences in imaging utilization between a community hospital (Beaumont Troy) and a children’s ED hospital (Beaumont Royal Oak), making it the first study to evaluate suspected pediatric appendicitis in Beaumont Health System. It also aims to further characterize differences in patient outcomes such as surgery, length of hospital stay, complications of appendicitis, and highlight the need to reduce unnecessary …
Differences In Small Bowel Obstruction Outcomes In An Academic Vs Community Hospital., Kelly Fahey, Aveh Bastani, Shanna Jones, Philip Kilanowski-Doroh
Differences In Small Bowel Obstruction Outcomes In An Academic Vs Community Hospital., Kelly Fahey, Aveh Bastani, Shanna Jones, Philip Kilanowski-Doroh
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Small bowel obstruction: blockage in small intestine. Adhesions are the most common cause. Accounts for 300,000 hospitalizations in the US annually, and 20% of emergency surgical procedures in patients with abdominal pain. High morbidity and mortality. Average hospital stay of 8 days. 30-day readmission rate of 16%. In-hospital mortality rate of 3%. Costly diagnosis: more than $2 billion spent on admissions for adhesion-related disease in the United States. Clinical presentation: variable, includes abdominal pain, vomiting, constipation, nausea, and abdominal distention. Management. Operative: important if signs of ischemia, peritonitis, or strangulation. Conservative: includes bowel rest, nasogastric decompression, serial examinations, and a …
Cardiac Arrest Patient Length Of Stay And Survival In Michigan Hospitals, Jaemin Song, David A. Berger, James H. Paxton, Joseph B. Miller, Joshua Reynolds, Nai-Wei Chen, Robert Swor
Cardiac Arrest Patient Length Of Stay And Survival In Michigan Hospitals, Jaemin Song, David A. Berger, James H. Paxton, Joseph B. Miller, Joshua Reynolds, Nai-Wei Chen, Robert Swor
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Current guidelines recommend deferring prognostic decisions for at least 72 hours following admission after Out of Hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA). Most non-survivors experience withdrawal of life-sustaining therapy (WLST), and early WLST may adversely impact survival. We sought to characterize the hospital length of stay (LOS) and timing of Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders (as surrogates for WLST) to assess their relationship to survival following cardiac arrest.
A Multimodal Approach To Reducing Opioid Administration In The Emergency Department, Eddie Ford, Vito Rocco, Shanna Jones, Patrick Karabon
A Multimodal Approach To Reducing Opioid Administration In The Emergency Department, Eddie Ford, Vito Rocco, Shanna Jones, Patrick Karabon
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The United States is battling a deadly epidemic against opioid abuse and misuse, which began as a result of pharmaceutical companies purposely downplaying the addictive potential of their opioid medications. In 2016, a Colorado health care system developed a groundbreaking alternative to opioids (ALTO) protocol for acute pain relief in the Emergency Department (ED). This protocol was adapted and implemented in the Beaumont Troy ED and is the focus of this current study. The primary goal of this study is to characterize the impact of the ALTO protocol on the rate of opioid and non-opioid administration in the ED …
The Current State Of Diagnostic Error Education In U.S. Medical Schools, Dakota Hall, Sandra Lablance, Brett Todd
The Current State Of Diagnostic Error Education In U.S. Medical Schools, Dakota Hall, Sandra Lablance, Brett Todd
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Diagnostic error has been identified by the Institute of Medicine as a major cause of patient harm. Despite recent focus on the importance of diagnostic error, little is known about how medical schools are educating future physicians, specifically, the extent to which it is taught. We aimed to investigate the current state of diagnostic error education in U.S. medical schools.
Acute Post-Operative Pain Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Comparison Of Patellar Tendon Vs Hamstring Autograft, Dustin J Randall, Denise Koueiter, Brandon Luczak, Kyle Anderson
Acute Post-Operative Pain Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Comparison Of Patellar Tendon Vs Hamstring Autograft, Dustin J Randall, Denise Koueiter, Brandon Luczak, Kyle Anderson
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Choosing between a bone-patellar tendon-bone (BTB) or hamstring tendon (HS) graft for primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction has long been a topic of debate and discrepancy in orthopaedic literature, with many factors contributing to the decision process. The purpose of this study is to analyze acute post-operative pain scores of patients who underwent ACL reconstruction and compare the results between BTB autograft and the HS autograft techniques.