Slushy Ingestion and Glycerol Intoxication Syndrome
Slush ice drinks may taste good on a hot summer day, but too much of a good thing can lead to bad symptoms of Glycerol Intoxication Syndrome.
Category Endo/Met/Tox
Rebaked: Inborn Errors of Metabolism presenting in the ED
Inborn Errors of Metabolism can be challenging to diagnose and manage in the ED, but we should be familiar with the basic issues. Let's take a moment to rebake a morsel on this important topic of Inborn Errors of Metabolism presenting to the ED.
Cerebral Edema and Diabetic Ketoacidosis: Rebaked
Cerebral Edema is a feared complication of DKA in children. Let's review the most current recommendations on the Cerebral Edema and Diabetic Ketoacidosis.
Vegan Diets in Children
Vitamins are important! Specific restrictive diets may adversely affect a child's ability to meet dietary requirements. Let's review what you need to consider with Vegan Diets in Children.
Snake Bites and Children
Snake Bite and Children unfortunately commingle often in the US. Let's review what to consider and how to manage them
Cocaine Toxicity in Children
Seizures can occur for various reasons. Toxicologic reasons should be considered. Cocaine is one to keep in mind.
High-Dose Insulin Therapy
Overdose of Calcium Channel Blockers and Beta-Adrenergic Antagonist (Beta Blockers) are feared in pediatric patients as they can have severe toxicity and mortality. This means we may need to take drastic actions. High Dose Insulin Therapy is one of those therapies that your Toxicologist may recommend. Let us review this therapy so you can be ready.