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Mallet Finger
Absence of a fracture does NOT exclude Mallet finger, the extension function of the DIP
• Disposition: Discharge ... MH/CCF/CWRU EM ... #Orthopedics #MSK
Triquetral Fracture
The triquetrum is the second most commonly fractured carpal bone. Look for the "pooping duck
• Disposition: Discharge ... MH/CCF/CWRU EM ... Orthopedics #Sports #MSK
Scapholunate Dissociation
The spacing between all carpal bones should be 1-2 mm, look for the "Terry Thomas"
• Disposition: Discharge ... MH/CCF/CWRU EM ... Orthopedics #Sports #MSK
Differential Diagnosis of Syncope
First, is it syncope? History is very important for distinguishing syncope from other
Ask about precipitating ... #Diagnosis #EM # ... #Differential #Algorithm
BENNETT FRACTURE 
Bennett fracture is an intraarticular two-part fracture of the ulnar side of the base
• Disposition: Discharge ... MH/CCF/CWRU EM ... #Orthopedics #MSK
Scaphoid Fractures
The scaphoid is the most commonly fractured carpal bone. Remember, if a fracture is suspected
• Disposition: Discharge ... MH/CCF/CWRU EM ... Orthopedics #Sports #MSK
Boxer's Fracture - ED Management
Be sure to assess for wounds in patients with fractures of the
• Disposition: Discharge ... MH/CCF/CWRU EM ... #Orthopedics #MSK
Evaluation and Management of Pediatric Fever #Diagnosis #Management #EM #Peds #Fever #Workup #Evaluation #Discharge #Admission #Algorithm
Diagnosis #Management #EM ... Workup #Evaluation #Discharge ... #Admission #Algorithm
Interphalangeal Joint Dislocation
Interphalangeal joint dislocations almost always occur dorsally, look for associated avulsion fractures! Here's a
• Disposition: Discharge ... MH/CCF/CWRU EM ... #Orthopedics #MSK