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Turkish Journal of Emergency Medicine
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ISSN 2452-2473 · Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications · 480 artikel di indeks
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A literature review and case report: Traumatic appendicitis in an elderly patient with spinal cord injury and medical comorbidities
Acute appendicitis is a leading cause of acute abdomen, yet its onset after blunt trauma remains exceedingly rare and diagnostically challenging – particularly in the elderly and in patients with concurrent neurological injuries. We present the case of a 65-year-old woman who developed acute…
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Effectiveness of extended reality-based cardiopulmonary resuscitation training for healthcare students: A systematic review
BACKGROUND: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving intervention where timely, effective actions improve survival. However, traditional Basic and Advanced Life Support (BLS and ALS) training often lacks realism, limiting preparedness among healthcare students. Extended Reality (XR)…
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A patient with acute quadriparesis in the emergency department: Unmasking the diagnosis through electrocardiography
Electrolyte abnormalities may masquerade as acute neurological or cardiac emergencies in the emergency department (ED). In such atypical presentations, a timely bedside electrocardiography (ECG) often provides the earliest and most critical clue, facilitating an accurate diagnosis, guiding…
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Emergency department airway management-2026: EMAT clinical policy guideline
This clinical policy was developed by Emergency Medicine Association of Türkiye (EMAT) to evaluate current evidence on airway management in the emergency department (ED) and to provide clinicians with practical, evidence-based recommendations. Although rapid sequence intubation in the ED is a…
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A tale of three mimickers: Amitraz, fipronil, and 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid poisoning confounding organophosphate toxicity
Organophosphates (OP) and carbamates frequently cause acute poisoning worldwide via acetylcholinesterase inhibition, leading to characteristic cholinergic toxidrome manifestations. However, some agents such as Amitraz, Fipronil, and 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid act through different mechanisms…
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Development and prospective validation of pediatric sepsis screening tool in a resource-limited setting
OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to develop and prospectively validate a pragmatic two-stage bedside algorithm, integrating an age-adjusted modified Pediatric Early Warning Score (mPEWS) with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) trigger tool for early recognition of sepsis and septic shock…
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Retrospective studies in emergency medicine: A practical guide to study design, bias, confounding, and interpretation
Retrospective observational studies are a cornerstone of emergency medicine research, offering practical ways to address important clinical questions using real-world data. Yet, despite their widespread use, these studies are often misunderstood. Associations may be interpreted too confidently as…
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Ultrasound-guided fascia iliaca compartment block for pain control in peritrochanteric fractures in the emergency department: A prospective observational study
OBJECTIVE: Hip fractures are associated with moderate-to-severe pain, which is frequently managed inadequately in emergency departments (EDs). This study set out to evaluate the analgesic effectiveness of an ultrasound-guided fascia iliaca compartment block (FIB) administered by emergency…
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Predictors of invasive mechanical ventilation requirement and mortality in hypercapnic respiratory failure: A retrospective analysis
INTRODUCTION: While hypercapnic respiratory failure (HRF) has been widely studied in emergency department (ED) populations, the prognostic significance of metabolic compensation and lactate levels remains unclear. This study aimed to evaluate the association of creatinine, bicarbonate (HCO3)…
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Effect of an electroencephalogram-verified 20-min power nap on fatigue and daytime sleepiness among emergency doctors following night shifts: A randomized controlled trial
OBJECTIVE: To assess whether a 20-min power nap reduces fatigue and daytime sleepiness among emergency doctors following night shifts. METHODS: We conducted a randomized controlled trial involving 54 emergency doctors randomly assigned to intervention (n = 27) or control (n = 27) groups matched for…
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Manikin-based noninferiority simulation study of Airgency™: A novel automatic bag valve mask device for emergency respiratory support
OBJECTIVES: This study evaluated the performance of Airgency™, an automated bag valve mask (BVM) ventilation device developed by Institut Teknologi Bandung and Padjadjaran University, Indonesia, using a manikin-based simulation model. Its performance was compared with conventional hand-squeezed…
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Postpartum retroperitoneal hematoma secondary to ovarian artery rupture: A case presentation
Postpartum retroperitoneal hematoma (RPH) is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication of vaginal delivery, often presenting with subtle and nonspecific symptoms that delay diagnosis. We describe a case of a 29-year-old multiparous woman who developed severe abdominal pain and…
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Pneumomediastinum due to excessive cheering during a football match
A 19-year-old female presented to the emergency department with the sudden onset of chest pain. The patient had a complaint after cheering for her team during a football match. Initial blood workup and imaging were normal. However, before discharge, a widespread crepitation in the neck was detected…
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Lessons learned from life-threatening respiratory and cardiac complications in diphtheria: A case report and literature review
Diphtheria remains a serious threat and can cause life-threatening complications. We report the case of a 6-year-old girl with severe respiratory and cardiac involvement due to diphtheria. She presented with classic signs, including pseudomembrane, bull neck, lymphadenopathy, and respiratory…
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Disulfiram-like reaction with ornidazole: A case report of a rare interaction
A disulfiram-like reaction (DLR) associated with ornidazole is a rare but important adverse drug-alcohol interaction. We report a 44-year-old female with no known comorbidities or drug allergies who presented to the emergency department with palpitations, nausea, vomiting, facial flushing, and…
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Electronic cigarette use as a rare cause of diffuse alveolar hemorrhage
The increasing use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) among young adults has led to the emergence of electronic cigarette or vaping-associated lung injury (EVALI), which includes a wide spectrum of pulmonary complications. Diffuse alveolar hemorrhage (DAH) is a rare but life-threatening…
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Evaluation of patients who presented to the emergency department of a state hospital following the earthquakes centered in Kahramanmaraş/Pazarcık and Elbistan, Türkiye
OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to analyze patients who presented to the emergency department of a state hospital following the devastating earthquakes of February 6, 2023, centered in Kahramanmaraş and to contribute updated evidence to the literature. METHODS: In this retrospective study, data were…
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The effectiveness of uric acid in determining prognosis in nonvariceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding and its comparison with risk scores
OBJECTIVES: Studies examining the prognostic significance of uric acid specifically in upper nonvariceal gastrointestinal bleeding (NVUGIB) are limited. We aim to investigate whether uric acid levels have prognostic value in patients diagnosed with NVUGIB. METHODS: This study was retrospective…
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Effectiveness of a video-based refresher on cardiopulmonary resuscitation skill retention in college students: A single-blind randomized controlled trial
OBJECTIVES: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills decline within months after training, particularly among lay college students. We evaluated whether a brief video-based refresher improves 6-month CPR skill retention. METHODS: We conducted a single-blind randomized controlled trial among…