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261. Lateral Canthotomy in the ED: Time is Retina!

261. Lateral Canthotomy in the ED: Time is Retina!

Update: 2025-07-14
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Learn when and how to perform a lateral canthotomy to prevent blindness in orbital compartment syndrome. A must-know emergency procedure for every EM physician.

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Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 261. Lateral Canthotomy in the ED: Time is Retina! July 13th, 2025. Accessed [date].

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261. Lateral Canthotomy in the ED: Time is Retina!

261. Lateral Canthotomy in the ED: Time is Retina!

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