This blog focuses on microangiopathic hemolytic anemias (MAHA) – namely, three can’t miss conditions characterized by microangiopathic hemolytic anemia: Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP), Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS), and Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC).
Read MoreEmerging evidence suggests cardiac velocity time integral (VTI), a measurement obtained by ultrasound, can be used to predict fluid responsiveness in hypotensive patients. Dr. Hansen reviews VTI and how to start using it!
Read MoreThis article highlights a retrospective patient safety study investigating the use of depolarizing versus non-depolarizing agents in rapid sequence intubation. This study provides an example of how medical students can become involved in research projects at USF EM, leading to a manuscript publication.
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