Pearls and pitfalls: Scan in BOTH longitudinal and transverse planes. To avoid rib shadows, oblique the probe to align with the rib space rather than holding the probe straight up and down. Slowly fan through the kidney in its entirety to evaluate for hydronephrosis and for the presence of a kidney stone…

UltrasoundRuby AgenorJune 26, 2026Ultrasound, Nephrology, Kidney stones, HydronephrosisComment

Care in Custody: Patients Brought to the Emergency Department by Law Enforcement

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Sitting Shiva

I have never been taught how to handle the emotional residue, only shown how empathy slowly erodes, until the moment of silence becomes almost infinitesimal.

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Beyond the Bruise: Understanding Seatbelt-Related Injuries

For emergency physicians and trauma teams, the bruise is a warning sign—a clue to look deeper, image liberally, and monitor closely. The presence of SBS should immediately trigger a structured evaluation for intra-abdominal injury, spinal fractures, and vascular complications.

Septic Arthritis vs. Transient Synovitis: A Clinical Guide for the ED

In the foreground, a person is seated on the edge of a low, green-painted concrete or plastic structure, possibly a curb, planter border, or playground feature…

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