Pharmaceutical applications of cyanobacteria —A review
Publication date: March 2015 Source:Journal of Acute Medicine, Volume 5, Issue 1 Author(s): Subramaniyan Vijayakumar, Muniraj Menakha Cyanobacteria are emerging as an important source of novel bioactive secondary metabolites. Recently, it has also been reported as a rich source of bioactive molecules such as apratoxins, lynbyabellin, and curacin A. Some compounds have exhibited very interesting results and successfully reached Phase II and Phase III clinical trials. Furthermore, cyanobacterial compounds hold a bright and promising future in scientific research and provide a great opportunity for new drug discovery....
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - July 20, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
Secondary metabolite credentials and in vitro free radical scavenging activity of Alpinia calcarata
Conclusion Hence the present study reveals that the rhizome of A. calcarata might be used as herbal drug. (Source: Journal of Acute Medicine)
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - July 20, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
Analysis of fluid resuscitation in critically injured patients —A central role of saline solutions
Conclusion Fluid resuscitation does not negatively influence survival; however, the amount of fluids given within the first 24 hours after trauma is an independent predictor of survival with very good predictive quality. (Source: Journal of Acute Medicine)
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - July 20, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
Anticoagulant induced spontaneous spinal epidural hematoma, conservative management or surgical intervention—A dilemma?
We describe a patient with SSEH who recovered clinically and radiologically with conservative treatment. A 25-year-old hypertensive male presented with acute onset back pain followed by asymmetrical paraparesis. He had sensory level at D9 dermatome with preserved bladder and bowel functions. He was taking anticoagulants for deep venous thrombosis of the left lower limb. Surgery was deferred because of the deranged coagulation profile. He was managed conservatively with correction of coagulopathy. After 3 days, he recovered significantly. Repeat neuroimaging revealed significant resolution of epidural hematoma. The conserv...
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - June 25, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
Septic sternoclavicular arthritis, osteomyelitis and mediastinitis
Conclusion In patients presenting with upper chest, neck, or shoulder pain, physicians should include SCJ arthritis as a differential diagnosis. Multiple imaging examinations are often needed to reach a diagnosis. In septic SCJ arthritis, early institution of appropriate antibiotics is important, and surgical interventions are often needed to eradicate the infection. (Source: Journal of Acute Medicine)
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - June 23, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
Analysis of fluid resuscitation in critically injured patients—A central role of saline solutions
Conclusion Fluid resuscitation does not negatively influence survival; however, the amount of fluids given within the first 24 hours after trauma is an independent predictor of survival with very good predictive quality. (Source: Journal of Acute Medicine)
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - June 13, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
Perforated solitary cecal diverticulum: An etiological challenge at emergency
Publication date: Available online 6 June 2016 Source:Journal of Acute Medicine Author(s): Rashmiranjan Sahoo, Binay M. Kunar, Biren Padhi, Debasis Samal, Shasank S. Swain, Rabindra N. Padhy A 20-year-old man was diagnosed and addressed intraoperatively by resection as a case of solitary cecal diverticulum with perforation, which was indicated by radiography and ultrasonography imaging before the operation. Histological examination confirmed perforated cecal diverticulum with colonic diverticulitis; and to prevent misdiagnosis, both computed tomography and diagnostic laparoscopy should be done. (Source: Jou...
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - June 6, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
Rapid airway compromise caused by neck trauma: A case report
In conclusion, early diagnosis and rapid management with blunt laryngeal trauma is the key point of the outcome. (Source: Journal of Acute Medicine)
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - May 27, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
Misdirection of an indwelling urethral catheter in the ureter
Publication date: Available online 28 April 2016 Source:Journal of Acute Medicine Author(s): Zhe Feng Mai, Chung Hsien Yang, Ying C. Huang (Source: Journal of Acute Medicine)
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - April 28, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
Accidental intoxication by dichloromethane at work place: Clinical case and literature review
Conclusion Initial clinical suspicion and rapid confirmation of poisoning by dichloromethane is crucial, given that the speed of action and the institution of appropriate therapy can determine the patient prognosis. (Source: Journal of Acute Medicine)
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - April 28, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
A study of carcinoembryonic antigen concentrations in patients with coronary artery disease
Conclusions CEA is a sensitive biomarker for early diagnosis of ACS. Its levels correlate with severity of ACS. It may play a crucial role in diagnosis of ACS in patients who present with atypical manifestations or when traditional biomarkers such as CPK-MB and Troponins are not raised. (Source: Journal of Acute Medicine)
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - April 4, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
Air in the pericardial sac post tracheostomy: One should be aware
We report a case of 72-year-old lady who developed isolated pneumopericardium following tracheostomy. The progression into cardiac tamponade was halted by administration of fluid resuscitation and modifying ventilation mode to spontaneous setting. A flexometallic endotracheal tube was inserted through the tracheostomy stoma with the aid of fibre-optic scope while she was breathing spontaneously; and the cuff was inflated distal to the site of the tracheal wall injury. This technique successfully ceased the air leak across the injury. The endotracheal tube was changed to an adjustable flange tracheostomy tube size 8.5mm int...
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - April 2, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
Commotio cordis during prolonged cardiac ventricular repolarization due to exercise-induced hypokalemia: A case report
Conclusion This case reminds physicians of the risk of commotio cordis associated with exercise-induced hypokalemia. An electrocardiogram should be checked for QT prolongation immediately after return of spontaneous circulation in patients of sudden cardiac arrest. Supplying adequate potassium for hypokalemia related QT prolongation should be considered as treatment and primary prevention in such case. (Source: Journal of Acute Medicine)
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - April 2, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
Recurrent spontaneously reduced unilateral temporomandibular joint dislocation masquerading as a transient ischemic attack
In conclusion, when patients present purely facial neurological signs after mouth opening, unilateral TMJ dislocation should be excluded first. (Source: Journal of Acute Medicine)
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - April 2, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
Differentiate pleural effusion from hemothorax after blunt chest trauma; comparison of computed tomography attenuation values
Conclusions CT attenuation values and P/A ratios are distinguishable between hemothorax, pleural effusion, and empyema. (Source: Journal of Acute Medicine)
Source: Journal of Acute Medicine - March 21, 2016 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research
