Which foreskin concerns reflect normal development, and which need further assessment? In this 2017 paediatric surgery primer, Ross Fisher shares his personal approach to common presentations, including inflammation, phimosis, paraphimosis and problems following circumcision, with an accompanying podcast.
Foreskins: A PED primer. St.Emlyn’s Read More
An infant with a groin swelling can present a difficult assessment for the emergency clinician. This 2016 paediatric surgery primer explains the relevant anatomy, history and examination, distinguishing hernias from hydroceles and discussing management and specialist involvement, with recognition of local practice differences.
I think my child has a hernia: St.Emlyn’s. Read More
Could selected patients with uncomplicated appendicitis receive antibiotics without a hospital admission? This 2016 appraisal examines a small pilot trial, questioning its mixed treatment comparison, restrictive eligibility and what feasibility findings can establish before a larger, more definitive study.
JC: Does every appendicitis need admission? St.Emlyn’s Read More
Natalie May’s 2015 EuSEM teaching notes explore why treating children’s pain involves more than choosing a drug. The discussion brings together analgesia, preparation for procedures, communication, parental support and distraction, with particular attention to the fear and distress surrounding an emergency department visit.
Paediatric Pain and Sedation – Tips to Change Your Practice from #EuSEM15 Read More
