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Minilaparotomy Removal of Giant Gastric Trichobezoar in a Female Teenager
This is a case of a successful minilaparotomy removal of a giant (2500 g) gastric trichobezoar in a 15-year-old girl with marginal psychological disturbances.
Clinical Case, September 2008
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A New Way to Train and Support the World's Health Workers
Erica Frank, MD, MPH, Professor, Canada Research Chair, University of British Columbia, and Founder, Executive Director, Health Sciences Online, describes an exciting new online science resource.
Editorial, September 2008
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Throwing Out Your Medical Trash--Doing it Right! Medicine Matters from Sandra Fryhofer, MD
Dr. Sandra Fryhofer offers tips on discarding unneeded medications and asks how you're getting rid of those unused drugs.
Expert Viewpoint, September 2008
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Economic Credentialing: Terminating Staff Privileges for Investing in a Competing Hospital
Jack R. Bierig, AB, JD, Partner, Sidley Austin, LLP, Chicago, Illinois; Lecturer in Law, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, teaches us about a serious hospital-medical staff conflict.
Editorial, September 2008
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CME
The Role of Cytoreductive/Debulking Surgery in Ovarian Cancer
Aggressive surgical cytoreduction is becoming more common for patients with ovarian cancer, and when performed, increases median survival. How, when, and why debulking should be used are discussed.
Journal Article, September 2008
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How to Win the Marathon: A Common Statistical Error Can Help
For better results, don't start your stopwatch until you've been running for a bit, says the statistician.
Article, September 2008
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Have You Ever Used Piperacillin/Tazobactam for Pseudomonas aeruginosa?
Paul Auwaerter, MD, reviews the past and present of piperacillin/tazobactam for the treatment of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in this videoblog.
Expert Viewpoint, September 2008
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CME
Fulminant Myocarditis
Fulminant myocarditis is an inflammatory process that occurs in the myocardium and causes acute-onset HF. Read a review of its pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis and treatment options.
Journal Article, September 2008
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Endoscopic Vacuum-assisted Closure of Anastomotic Leakage Following Anterior Resection of the Rectum: A New Method
Endoscopic vacuum-assisted closure is a new efficacious modality for treating anastomotic leakage following anterior resection due to an effective control of the septic focus.
Article, September 2008
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Highlights of the 9th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Breast Surgeons
ASBS 2008: Pitfalls in Pathology Testing for Breast Cancer.
Conference Coverage, September 2008
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The Secret Lives of Nurses
An anonymous blogger shares stories from the front lines of nursing at Nurse Ratched's Place.
Article, September 2008
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"Hospital: Man, Woman, Birth, Death, Infinity, Plus Red Tape, Bad Behavior, Money, God, and Diversity on Steroids"
Journalist Julie Salamon offers an unvarnished look at a year in the life of Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.
Book Review, September 2008
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CME
Managing Hereditary Gastrointestinal Cancer Syndromes: The Partnership Between Genetic Counselors and Gastroenterologists
Genetic counseling and testing have a prominent role in the diagnosis and management of hereditary gastrointestinal cancer syndromes. The current review describes how gastroenterologists and genetic counselors can work together to care for patients and families affected by these syndromes.
Journal Article, September 2008
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Why You Should Encourage Men to Put on Gowns
Carolyn Clancy, MD, Director, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Rockville, Maryland, explains why we should start paying more attention to men's health.
Editorial, September 2008
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Combination Endoscopic and Drug Therapy to Prevent Variceal Rebleeding in Cirrhosis: A "Must Read" from F1000
Should combined therapy be the standard of care for preventing rebleeding varices in cirrhotic patients? Ranked "must read" from F1000.
Journal Article, September 2008
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No Respect
Dr. Brown discusses the lack of regard in which physicians seem to be held these days.
Article, September 2008
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I'm Sorry
An intern pronounces her first death at a significant time in her own life.
Article, September 2008
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Hypothermia for Children After Severe Brain Injury Does Not Work
Dr. George Lundberg discusses how hypothermia doesn't work on children with severe brain injuries.
Expert Viewpoint, September 2008
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9th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Breast Surgeons
Read clinically focused coverage of key developments from the meeting.
Conference Coverage, September 2008
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Reactivation of Cytomegalovirus in Critically Ill Patients Who Are Not Immunocompromised
CMV: a newly identified risk factor for adverse outcomes in critically ill patients.
Expert Viewpoint, September 2008
