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The Electrical cardioversion page has been corrected to indicate that transthoracic impedance is decreased by expiration not by inspiration as previously stated. Thanks to Simon for picking this up and letting us know.
The Burn depth assessment algorithm on the Burn wounds page has been updated to indicate that the Nikolsky sign is absent in epidermal burns and present in partial thickness burns. Previously the algorithm mistakenly indicated the opposite. Thanks to Jess for picking this up.
We have been working very hard behind the scenes to produce a new version of the online manual that will improve the experience for our subscribers so are pleased to announce ‘Version 3‘. This version has some additional features and improvements which we hope you will find useful. The most important of these are: Predictive … Read more
The Assessment of the trauma patient has had a few minor revisions, including the addition of AT to the MIST acronym.
The Takayasu arteritis has had a few minor updates. Recently saw a case where the diagnosis had been elusive for the last 2 years and the patient labelled as a drug seeker. Weird stuff happens.
The Paracetamol page has been updated with some additional information about the growing number of NAC dosing schedules currently in use.
A CT image of posterior cerebral infarction following raised ICP has been added to the Assessment of intracranial pressure page.
The AF reversion options flowchart has been corrected to indicate that amiodarone should be given if there is IHD, structural heart disease or age > 55 years. Previously it indicated that it should not be given in these patients. Thanks to Sally for picking this up.
The Knee and leg fractures page has been updated with much expanded segment on Toddler’s fracture.
The Pancreatitis page has been updated, particularly in the areas of complications and therapy.
A segment on ventricular ‘electrical storm’ has been added to the Ventricular arrhythmias page.
The Pacemakers page has been updated with a new ECG demonstrating left ventricular paced rhythm.
A few minor updates have been made to the Beta blockers page.
An XRay of a normal scaphoid variant has been added to the Distal forearm fractures page.
A new ECG of an impressive first degree heart block has been added to the Bradycardias page.
A short segment on Harris lines has been added to the Fracture mimics page.
The Assessment of abdominal trauma page has been updated with a CT image of bilateral traumatic rectus sheath haematomas.
The Management of head trauma page has been updated with a CT image of a subgaleal haematoma.
A CT image demonstrating a sternal fracture with retrosternal haematoma has been added to the Chest wall injuries page.
A CT image of an ICA occlusion territory stroke has been added to the Investigation of stroke page.