Sigmoid Volvulus
The threat of impending intestinal catastrophes is always lurking in the Pediatric ED. It is contemplated with each patient with abdominal...
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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Children
Currently, in the Northern Hemisphere, it is cold (Yes, I know my cold intolerance has been worsening as my hair gets...
Cecal Volvulus in Children
Abdominal Pain is a common complaint in children and may be due to a wide variety of conditions, both severe and...
Hamman’s Syndrome and DKA
Certainly there are many issues to consider while diagnosing and managing diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), like the possibility of cerebral edema. Often,...
Short Gut Syndrome
Sometimes it seems like the intestines are connected to every organ system as children present with abdominal complaints related to so...
Umbilical Hernia
Hernias can lead to significant pain and even emergent complications. We have previously discussed inguinal hernias and the need to always...
Infant Formula Primer
Often a little knowledge of primary care topics can help our evaluation and management of infants presenting to the ED. We...
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