When I was asked to talk about assessment of (de)hydration in children, about 6 months ago now, I accepted without a second thought. “How hard could it be?”, I guessed, “I do this ev…
My Baby is Throwing Up and It’s Getting Me Down
A mother presented to the emergency department with her 4-week old baby that had been drowsy and was not feeding as usual. She also described that he had been crying less than usual…
Acute Kidney Injury In Children
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is a sudden decline in kidney function. AKI in children is associated with an increased risk of death and prolonged hospital stay, and increased risk of chronic kidney diseas…
Acute Kidney Injury in Children
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is a sudden decline in kidney function. AKI in children is associated with an increased risk of death, prolonged hospital stay and the development of chronic kidney disease…
Gastroenteritis in Children under 5 years of age
Describing the natural history and aetiology of paediatric gastroenteritis…
July 2016: New in EM
We have a New in EM special this month – recorded live at SMACC Dublin in the podcasting booth.…