Impact of a Novel Biplane User Interface on Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Access Performance: A Prospective, Randomized, Crossover Study.

Background: Controversy exists regarding the optimal methods of employing ultrasound to enhance vascular access. A novel user interface which dynamically displays transverse (short) and longitudinal (long) planes simultaneously was developed to optimize ultrasound-guided vascular access. This study aimed to assess the impact of this novel biplane axis technology on central venous access performance.

UK-based specialist dental professionals' experiences of working with autistic patients.

Previous research has demonstrated that autistic individuals often experience difficulties accessing dental care, both as a result of autism specific difficulties and practitioners' attitudes towards autism. However, very little research exists that explores dental professionals' experiences of providing care to their autistic patients. The aim of this study was to investigate the strategies UK-based dental professionals' use when working with autistic patients METHODS AND RESULTS: In this study, dental professionals (n = 16) from a variety of specialty roles (special care, paediatrics, orthodontics) were interviewed.

New Versus Old, The i-View Video Laryngoscope Versus the GlideScope: A Prospective, Randomized, Crossover Trial.

Background: A novel video laryngoscope device, the i-view, may extend intubation capability to the lowest echelons of deployed military medicine. The i-view is a one-time use, disposable laryngoscope. We compared time to completion of endotracheal intubation (ETI) between the i-view and GlideScope among military emergency medicine providers in a simulation setting.

Combat Medic eFAST with Novel and Conventional Portable Ultrasound Devices: A Prospective, Randomized, Crossover Trial.

Background: Extended Focused Assessment with Ultrasonography in Trauma (eFAST) reliably identifies noncompressible torso hemorrhage (NCTH), a major cause of battlefield death. Increased portability of ultrasound enables eFAST far forward on the battlefield, and published data demonstrate combat medics can learn and reliably perform ultrasound exams. One medical company developed an ultrasound device with an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) and novel, finger-worn transducer with built-in linear and phased arrays, referred to as the novel device.

Special Operations Medics Test the Novel iView Video Laryngoscope: A Prospective, Randomized, Crossover Trial.

Background: Airway compromise is the second leading cause of preventable death on the battlefield. Special operations medic comprise the majority of medics trained to perform endotracheal intubation (ETI), mostly by way of direct laryngoscopy (DL). The iView is a disposable, low-cost video laryngoscopy (VL) device, enabling its distribution to prehospital medical providers.

Dental experiences of a group of autistic adults based in the United Kingdom.

Aims: Previous international research has shown that autistic people have difficulty accessing dental care due to sensory processing, anxiety and communication issues. However, it is not known whether autistic adults in the United Kingdom are experiencing similar dental care barriers. The current study investigated autistic adults' dental experiences in the United Kingdom.

FAST Performance in a Stationary versus In-Motion Military Ambulance Utilizing Handheld Ultrasound: A Randomized Controlled Study.

Objective: On-scene prehospital conditions and patient instability may warrant a during-transport ultrasound (US) exam. The objective of this study was to assess the effect of ambulance turbulence on the performance of the Focused Assessment with Sonography in Trauma (FAST) with a handheld US device.

Methods: This was a randomized controlled trial in which participants were randomized to perform a FAST in either a stationary or an in-motion military ambulance.

U.S. Army Combat Medic eFAST Performance with a Novel Versus Conventional Transducers: A Randomized, Crossover Trial.

Background: Point-of-injury extended focused assessment with sonography in trauma (eFAST) may identify life-threatening torso hemorrhage and expedite casualty evacuation. The purpose of this study was to compare combat medic eFAST performance between the novel and conventional ultrasound (US) transducers.

Methods: We conducted a randomized crossover trial.

Evaluation of Glucomannan Powder as an Ultrasound Transmission Gel Alternative for Resource-Constrained Environments: A Prospective, Comparative Study.

Introduction: Resource and logistical constraints may limit the availability of commercial ultrasound (US) transmission gel (USTG) in austere environments. Glucomannan powder, a dietary fiber supplement, can be mixed with tap water to form a gel that may be a field-expedient substitute for USTG. We compared glucomannan gel with a commercial USTG for US image adequacy and quality.

Clinical effects and antivenom use for snake bite victims treated at three US hospitals in Afghanistan.

Objective: Annually, more than 100,000 US and international military and civilian personnel work in Afghanistan within terrain harboring venomous snakes. Current literature insufficiently supports Afghan antivenom treatment and stocking guidelines. We report the clinical course and treatments for snakebite victims presenting to US military hospitals in Afghanistan.

A case report of acute idiopathic scrotal edema.

Acute Idiopathic Scrotal Edema (AISE) is an uncommon cause of bilateral scrotal swelling encountered in primary care. AISE is usually seen in children; however, several case reports have shown that AISE can occur in adult males. We present an active duty adult male who presented with AISE while deployed in Afghanistan.