The St.Emlyn’s Podcast

Ep 222 - Monthly Round Up June 2023 - Airways, AMAX4, Head Injuries, TXA and more

Jul 13, 2023

Topics discussed include DL vs VL, PATCH trial, new head injury guidelines, AMAX4 algorithm, advantages of video laryngoscopy, and TXA for traumatic bleeding. The hosts also touch on social media engagement, patient communication in emergency medicine, and maintaining positivity in healthcare.

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New head injury guidelines emphasize individual risk factors and shared decision-making for CT scans over waiting for renal function.

Video laryngoscopy shows comparable outcomes to direct laryngoscopy, with advantages for teaching and coaching during tracheal intubation.

Deep dives

Discussion on Anti-Fibrinolytics and Trauma Guidelines

Debate on the use of Tranexamic Acid (TXA) in head injuries. New guidelines suggest considering CT scans based on individual risk factors and shared decision-making. Challenges in interpretation and implementation of guidelines highlighted, emphasizing the need for careful evaluation and proper communication.

Introduction

2min

Navigating Updated Guidelines for Head Injuries and Contrast CT Scans

13min

The AMax4 Algorithm: Managing Food Allergies and Airway Issues

5min

Advantages of Video Laryngoscopy in Tracheal Intubation

5min

TXA for Traumatic Bleeding: Patch Trial Results and Implications

7min

Insights on Emergency Medicine Practice and Positivity in Healthcare

3min

Welcome to a bumper edition of the podcast discussing content from St Emlyn's for June 2023.

In this episode, Simon and Iain talk about DL vs VL, the PATCH trial, drug pushers, packers and stuffers, the new head injury guidelines from NICE and the AMAX4 algorithm and much more.

If you would like to submit something to St Emlyn's for consideration we'd love to hear from you.

Times are tough in the NHS at the moment, but we hope at St Emlyn's we can remind you of all the best parts of the incredibly important and rewarding job we do.

Take care.

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The St.Emlyn’s Podcast

Ep 222 - Monthly Round Up June 2023 - Airways, AMAX4, Head Injuries, TXA and more

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Discussion on Anti-Fibrinolytics and Trauma Guidelines

Contrast Induced Nephropathy Guidelines

Understanding Body Packing and Imaging in Drug Smuggling

Comparing Video and Direct Laryngoscopy for Tracheal Intubation

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts