Neurocritical Care Organization in Low-Income and Middle-Income Countries

Neurocritical Care Organization in Low- and Middle-Income Countries Academic Background and Problem Statement Neurocritical care (NCC) has rapidly evolved over the past few decades as a distinct subspecialty of critical care medicine. Evidence shows that patients with acute brain injuries have significantly improved outcomes when treated in dedicat...

A 10-Year Mono-Center Study on Patients with Burns ≥70% TBSA: Prediction Model Construction and Multicenter Validation – Retrospective Cohort

Survival Prediction Model Construction and Validation for Patients with Major Burns Background Burns are the sixth leading cause of death from injuries globally, particularly for patients with major burns (≥70% total body surface area, TBSA), who face severe complications and poor prognosis. Despite advancements in burn treatment, there is still a ...

Factors in Initial Anticoagulation Choice in Hospitalized Patients with Pulmonary Embolism

Pulmonary Embolism (PE) Overview Pulmonary Embolism (PE) is a serious medical emergency with an annual incidence of approximately 60 to 120 cases per 100,000 people in North America and Europe. Most patients are diagnosed with PE in the Emergency Department (ED), and hospitalization is required for the majority of U.S. patients. Anticoagulation is ...

Increased Emergency Department Medical Imaging: Association with Short-Term Exposures to Ambient Heat and Particulate Air Pollution

The Relationship Between Climate Change and Emergency Medical Imaging Utilization Academic Background Climate change and related environmental exposures have significantly impacted human health, leading to increased demand for healthcare services. High-temperature exposure and poor air quality are closely associated with increased emergency departm...

Neuroprotection with Glyceryl Trinitrate Post-Endovascular Therapy in Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

Overview of Nitroglycerin-Based Neuroprotection in Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial Review Background and Research Objectives Acute ischemic stroke (AIS) is one of the leading global causes of disability and death. Despite the significant improvement in vascular recanalization rates and patient outcomes achieved with moder...