Medscape Conference Coverage, based on selected sessions at the:

American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) 38th Annual Scientific Assembly

October 08 - 11, 2007; Seattle, Washington

This activity is not sanctioned by, nor a part of, the American College of Emergency Physicians.

Conference News

ED Crowding Worsens ACS Outcomes

A high level of crowding in the emergency department was predictive of a higher rate of later cardiovascular complications in patients with potential ACS, a new study has shown.
Heartwire, October 16, 2007
Computed Tomography Improves Detection of Cervical Spine Injuries CME

A comparison study indicates that cervical computed tomography may detect a much higher percentage of cervical spine injury than cervical spine radiographs.
Medscape Medical News, October 11, 2007
Timing of Recombinant Factor VIIa Administration Influences Survival Rates

Patients in an Iraqi trauma center had improved survival rates when a clotting factor was administered with the first unit of blood.
Medscape Medical News, October 11, 2007
Combination of Paralytic and Sedative Agents Improves Intubation Success

Emergency personnel using a combination of a paralytic agent and a sedative agent had greater success with endotracheal intubation than when using a sedative alone.
Medscape Medical News, October 11, 2007
Computed Tomography Angiograms May Reduce Rehospitalization Rates CME

Use of the computed tomography technique gives physicians greater confidence that patients have not experienced a myocardial infarction.
Medscape Medical News, October 10, 2007
Elevated Troponin Levels May Be a Marker for Increased Mortality in ACS CME

High troponin levels in patients with acute coronary syndrome may indicate that patients with transient ST-segment elevation should receive aggressive treatment.
Medscape Medical News, October 10, 2007

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