Tweet The sacral cord segments end at the L1/L2 vertebral level forming the conus medullaris whereupon descending spinal nerves continue on as the caudal equna below the level of L1/2 (one vertebrae lower in young… Read more »
Tweet Any mobile joint including the neck and spine can be examined in a systematic manner Attention should be given to detailed palpation and movement The key aspects are Look… Read more »
Tweet “Evidence-based medicine is the conscientious, explicit and judicious use of current best evidence in making decisions about the care of individual patients” Dr. David Sackett, Original founder of EBM… Read more »
Tweet To avoid cognitive overload, I have deliberate limited the size of each article. As the student masters each section, they can deepen their knowledge through the links and Further… Read more »
TweetIntroduction This is a feared scenario during an intubation attempt. During the period of apnoea a patient can rapidly desaturate. A clear , efficient and well-rehearsed strategy needs to be… Read more »
TweetIntroduction It has been recognised from lessons in the aviation industry that in critical and rapidly evolving scenarios, even superior clinical knowledge and skills can lead to poor outcomes if… Read more »
TweetIntroduction Whenever considering pathology of hollow viscera, there are only a few complications that can occur (even though their clinical manifestations may vary). Pathology Hollow organs in the body range… Read more »
TweetIntroduction The aim is to rapidly achieve intubating conditions whilst minimising the risk of aspiration to the patient. No current drugs allow the effects to wear off quick enough to… Read more »
TweetIntroduction Intubation is considered the gold-standard of ‘securing the airway’ by passing a tracheal tube usually via the mouth but sometimes via the nose. Other options need to be considered… Read more »
Tweet Introduction Airway obstruction can occur suddenly or insidiously. Prompt identification and management usually averts disaster. It is important to closely evaluate at-risk patients. An alert patient with any degree… Read more »