"True genus resides in the capacity for evaluation of uncertain,
hazardous and conflicting information." W.Churchill
Below are a host of CATS presented at previous Journal Club meetings. We will make every effort to revisit and update these topics on a regular basis. Feel free to contact us with important updates that have as yet, not been posted (mail).
JC gets a pass in December however consider taking a look at this well written essay. Cultivating Simple Virtues in Medicine
November 2006
Is 3 days sufficient treatment for acute UTI?
Should PVL's be ordered in those with negative CT-A and positive d-dimer?
Oral vs. IV rehydration in pediatric gastroenteritis?
October 2006
Is sodium bicarbonate effective in lactic acidosis?
Are hypotonic solutions effective in treating SC crisis?
Should we try to make our patients laugh?
September 2006
Is oral contrast needed for abdominal trauma CT?
Is the ED an appropriate place to screen for HIV?
Are rectal exams necessary in trauma patients?
August 2006
What is a "negative' D-Dimer in Pulmonary Embolism?
Are Steroids Indicated in Pharangytis?
Does Bicarb Cause Cerebral Edema in DKA?July 2006
How do I-Stat troponons measure up?
Are TraumaticTap Ratios Reliable?
Should we be measuring post-Intubation cuff pressures?
Previously
Is propofol safe for conscious sedation?
Should we be treating asymptomatic hypertension?
Are Leukotriene Inhibitors Useful in ED Asthmatics?
Are Repeat Stress-Echos Useful in Low Risk Patients?
Is High Altitude Illness Prophylaxis Useful?
Can the San Francisco Syncope Rule be Applied Safely?
