Category: Cardiology

May 9, 2014

Commotio Cordis

Thoracic trauma is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in children. We have already discussed the most common conditions associated...

February 28, 2014

As you know, a common theme of the Ped EM Morsels is Vigilance: many potentially severe conditions present similarly to benign illnesses....

November 15, 2013

Pediatric cardiac issues can make even the most experienced EM MD have axillary perspiration more than normal. We have covered...

July 5, 2013

For those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, summer is in full swing! Naturally, as we celebrate with out families, we...

May 17, 2013

I think that we’d all agree that 144/89 is not a normal blood pressure, but it is one that those of...

February 15, 2013

I am positive that everyone experienced some joyful palpitations on Valentine’s Day yesterday. As our hearts raced with excitement, I am...

November 2, 2012

Subtle Signs of Pediatric Heart Failure For anyone who spends time in the Adult ED, signs and symptoms of heart failure...