The Sub30 study tested whether a London prehospital team could establish extracorporeal CPR within 30 minutes of cardiac arrest. This appraisal examines the logistical lessons, the small patient group and the distinction between demonstrating feasibility and showing a survival benefit.
What are the longer-term risks after prehospital intraosseous access? This appraisal examines a Danish registry study of complications, including how follow-up, early deaths and the limitations of routinely collected data affect interpretation of the reported low complication rate.
Can an early exercise programme improve recovery after blunt chest trauma? We review the ELECT2 randomised trial, its findings on pain and quality of life at three months, and what the results mean for rehabilitation practice.
David Purkarthofer reflects on EuSEM 2024 in Copenhagen, with discussions of individualised cardiac arrest care, lung ultrasound, prehospital blood testing and gender bias. His report asks how emerging evidence and diagnostic tools might translate into better care for patients.
The holiday season, a time typically marked by joy and celebration, presents unique challenges for those working in emergency and intensive care units. This is a reminder of a podcast from 2016, where Liz Crowe discusses how to navigate the complexities of grief and gratitude during this time of year.
PodcastEvidence-Based Medicine
The October 2024 podcast round-up covers emerging poisoning trends, defibrillator pad position and tranexamic acid dosing in trauma. The discussion also reflects on the RCEM conference and the importance of recognising successes within the team.
Practical perspectives on trauma care and team leadership.
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