Zaf Qasim discusses the practicalities and uncertain evidence for REBOA in this 2019 podcast. The accompanying article considers its place within trauma systems and includes a later update on the UK-REBOA trial, making the distinction between the original discussion and subsequent evidence important.
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How should we assess and reduce venous thromboembolism risk after lower-limb immobilisation? Dan Horner reviews the 2019 TiLLI project, examining thromboprophylaxis evidence, risk assessment tools and cost-effectiveness, while highlighting uncertainty about which patients benefit and how to communicate that risk.
Thromboprophylaxis in Lower Limb Immobilisation #RCEMASC2019 Read More
Ashley Liebig reflects on caring for Noah Galloway after his injuries in Iraq and the friendship that followed. Their shared story explores what patients remember: our words, preparation, respect for privacy and everyday kindness, and how those experiences can shape both recovery and a clinician’s practice.
Bonded in Blood: Ashley Liebig and Noah Galloway. St Emlyn’s Read More
Does low-molecular-weight heparin prevent symptomatic clots after lower-limb casting? This 2016 review of POT-CAST examines a trial that found no statistically significant reduction, while discussing patient selection, low event numbers and the unresolved question of benefit in higher-risk groups.
JC: Clots in Pots gets Top Spot. Thromboprophylaxis at St.Emlyn’s Read More
Should a displaced ankle fracture be X-rayed before reduction? This 2013 journal club challenges the conclusions of a retrospective study, exploring differences between patient groups, missing documentation and the limitations of repeat manipulation as an outcome before accepting a proposed change in practice.
JC. Should we X-ray before manipulating a displaced ankle fracture? St.Emlyn’s Read More
