Certain Factors Predict Repeat ER Visits for Ureteral Stones
Younger patients, having proximal stones, needing IV narcotics more likely to return
New Method May Provide Better Rx for Seniors’ Ankle Fractures
'Close contact casting' might help many avoid surgery
Herbal, Dietary Supplements Cause One-Fifth of Hepatotoxicity
Major implicated agents include anabolic steroids, green tea, multi-ingredient nutritional supplements
ER Visits, Wait Times Up for U.S. Psychiatric Patients
One in five emergency doctors report waiting at least two days for a bed for a psychiatric patient
New Recs for RBC Transfusion, Optimal RBC Storage Length
Restrictive red blood cell transfusion threshold of 7 g/dL recommended for most hospitalized adults
CDC: Possible Contamination of Open-Heart Surgery Devices
Hospitals to check to see which type of heater-coolers are in use
Risk of Nephropathy From Radiocontrast Overestimated
Risk of acute kidney injury varies by comorbidity and acuity of illness
Computerized Ordering Tool Cuts Imaging Cardiac Stress Tests
No reduction in use of inappropriate testing after introduction of computerized order entry tool
Variation in State Policies Regarding Freestanding ERs
No standard requirements for location, staffing patterns, clinical capabilities
Most Anaphylaxis Patients in ER Treated Appropriately
But, rates low for Rx adrenaline auto-injector for self-administration at discharge
