Behind The Knife: The Surgery Podcast

Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library. Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049 Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series.  Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife.  Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.  

Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library. Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049 Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series.  Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife.  Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.  

Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library. Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049 Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series.  Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife.  Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.  

Explore the essentials of fluids and electrolytes crucial for surgical exams. Learn about total body water distribution and the 4-2-1 rule for maintenance fluid calculations. Discover how to differentiate AKI causes using FENa and FEUrea methods. Navigate hyponatremia treatment strategies and tackle hyperkalemia management with critical ECG findings. Unravel the complexities of acid-base balance and master high-yield electrolyte facts. This informative session equips listeners with key knowledge for exam success!

 Join Drs. Galandiuk, Bolshinsky, Kavalukas, and Simon as they discuss non-operative and operative management of enterocutaneous fistula.  Come with us as we navigate through tips and tricks for preventing and managing enterocutaneous fistulas!  Hosts:  - Susan Galandiuk, University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky, @DCREdInChief - Vladimir Bolshinsky, Peninsula Health, Victoria, Australia, @bolshinskyv - Sandy Kavalukas, University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky, @sandykava - Hillary Simon, University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky, @HillaryLSimon Producer:  - Manasa Sunkara MS4, University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky, @manasasunkara12 Learning objectives:  - Review causes of enterocutaneous (EC) fistulas. - Understand EC fistula prevention and management tenets.  -  Discuss surgical tips and tricks for tackling EC fistulas.  References:  - Ellison EC, Upchurch GR, et al. Fischer’s Mastery of Surgery. 8th ed, Vol 1. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer; 2024:1175-1182. - Fazio VW, et al. Current Therapy in Colon and Rectal Surgery. 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2017:404-411. - Mulholland MW, et al. Operative Techniques in Surgery. Vol 2. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer; 2015:934-942. - Steele SR, et al. Illustrated Tips and Tricks in Colon and Rectal Surgery.  Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer; 2021:263-269. Please visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.   If you liked this episode, check out our recent episodes here: https://app.behindtheknife.org/listen

Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library. Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049 Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series.  Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife.  Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.  

Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library. Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049 Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series.  Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife.  Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.  

Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library. Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049 Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series.  Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife.  Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.  

Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library. Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049 Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series.  Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife.  Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.  

A nearby house fire has brought several patients to your hospital via ambulance, where you are the sole provider on duty. These patients require urgent triage and stabilization before transfer to the regional burn center. You are very concerned about inhalation injury and are tasked with making complex clinical decisions in a high-pressure situation. What are the next steps? Join Drs. Kevin Foster, Tina Palmeri, Ryan Rihani, Tommy Tran, and Kiran Dyamenahalli as they explore the intricacies of managing smoke inhalation injury and more! Hosts: Tommy Tran, Tristar Skyline Medical Center Kiran Dyamenahalli, MGH Sumner Redstone Burn Center Kevin Foster, Arizona Burn Center Tina Palmeri, UC Davis Firefighters Burn Institute Regional Burn Center Ryan Rihani, UT Health Dunn Burn Center Tam Pham, Harborview Medical Center (Editor) Learning Objectives: Understand the etiology and common scenarios associated with inhalation injury  Understand the effect of inhalation injury on morbidity and mortality Describe indications for invasive airway management (intubation, bronchoscopy, and mechanical ventilation). Describe complications of inhalation injury and their management. References: Fournier, M., Turgeon, A. F., Doucette, S., Morrisette, M., Archambault, P., & Bouchard, N. (2016). Nebulized heparin for inhalation injury in burn patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Critical Care, 20(1), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13054-016-1285-8 Norris, C., LaLonde, C., Slater, H., & Purser, D. (2005). Survival from inhalation injury. Burns, 31(7), 803-815. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.burns.2005.04.003 Li, W., Tang, X., Chen, Y., & Zhao, Z. (2021). Update on smoke inhalation injury: Pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment. Journal of Thoracic Disease, 13(4), 1797-1808. https://doi.org/10.21037/jtd-20-3328 Hahn, S. M., Kim, Y. H., Kim, K. H., & Lee, S. U. (2020). Advances in the diagnosis and treatment of smoke inhalation injury in burn patients. Acute and Critical Care, 35(1), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.4266/acc.2020.00175 Bittner, E. A., Shank, E., Woodson, L., & Martyn, J. A. (2015). Acute and long-term outcomes of burn injuries: A focus on inhalation injury. Clinics in Chest Medicine, 36(4), 549-560. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ccm.2015.08.007 Romanowski, K. S., & Palmieri, T. L. (2019). Inhalation injury in burns: Pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment. Journal of Burn Care & Research, 40(5), 517-523. https://doi.org/10.1093/jbcr/irz123 Dyamenahalli, K., Garg, G., Shupp, J. W., Kuprys, P. V., Choudhry, M. A., & Kovacs, E. J. (2019). Inhalation injury: Unmet clinical needs and future research. Journal of Burn Care & Research, 40(5), 570-584. https://doi.org/10.1093/jbcr/irz055 Please visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.   If you liked this episode, check out our recent episodes here: https://app.behindtheknife.org/listen