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Dialysis Emergencies

Update: 2024-07-09
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In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the July 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Patients With Complications of Dialysis


Overview of Dialysis Complications

  • Key Dialysis ComplicationsCardiovascular Disease
  • Congestive Heart Failure
  • Pericarditis and Cardiac Tamponade
  • Neurological Sequelae
  • Gastrointestinal Complications
  • Hypotension
  • Dialysis Disequilibrium Syndrome
  • Air Embolism and Chloramine Toxicity

Disaster Preparedness

  • Vascular Access ComplicationsHemorrhage risks and treatment
  • Thrombosis, stenosis, and aneurysms
  • Infection risks and management

Pre-Hospital Care

  • ED History Differential diagnosis
  •  Key questions to ask dialysis patients
  • Examination Physical Exam Tips

Treatments

  • Risk Management PitfallsCommon Pitfalls to Avoid

Conclusion

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